Coconut Ladoo with condensed milk, detailed recipe with step-by-step pictures and instructions
Coconut Ladoo is a quick and easy Indian sweet made with only 3 ingredients. It can be made in just 7 minutes!
I was looking for quick and easy recipes for the letter C and I didn't want to do a chicken recipe and make it so obvious. Mom suggested this Instant Coconut Ladoo with condensed milk and I knew there can't be any other recipe that can be easier to make, than this.
I had all the ingredients in hand and I made this in 7 minutes straight. It was that easy!
Traditionally made with fresh coconut, jaggery, sugar, and milk, this instant coconut ladoo is made with only three ingredients - desiccated coconut, condensed milk, and cardamom powder.
Coconut Ladoo or Nariyal Ladoo is usually prepared during festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, Holi, Raksha Bandhan, and Navratri. Ladoos are Lord Ganesha's favorite and it seems he has got a special place in his heart for the ones made with coconut. So, these ladoos are offered as Naivedyam to the Lord.
There are different ways to making Coconut Ladoo, namely:
- Made with fresh coconut, milk, and sugar
- Made with fresh/frozen coconut and jaggery
- Made with desiccated coconut and condensed milk
Traditional ladoos with fresh coconut and milk takes a long time to prepare. Of course, the effort is worth it because the result is mind-blowingly sumptuous. We will be going for the instant method- Coconut ladoo with desiccated coconut using condensed milk, recreating a similar taste.
Condensed milk, a popular brand in India being Nestle Milkmaid, is a boon to mankind. It reduces the cooking process to a minimum, especially during festivals like Diwali where we make many varieties of desserts and sweets.
Instant Coconut ladoos are
- easy to prepare with a straightforward recipe
- no slaving away in the kitchen for hours
- decadent
- best instant cravings fix!
- loved by kids
- sweetness can be adjusted by the amount of desiccated coconut
How to Make Coconut Ladoo with Milkmaid
- To make instant nariyal ladoo, heat desiccated coconut in a nonstick pan in low heat. Mix for a minute till warm.
- Add condensed milk and combine well. The mixture will be slightly sticky. But within a minute it is come off from the sides and become thick. This will take about two minutes.
- Add crushed cardamom or powdered cardamom. Mix again and remove from flame. Let it cool for two minutes.
- Once it is slightly cooled, divide the mixture into equal parts and roll to make smooth balls out of them. You will be able to make 6 to 7 ladoos.
- Place each ladoo in desiccated coconut and roll to coat the surface evenly.
- Coconut ladoo is ready. You may serve immediately or after about half an hour. This will make the ladoos harden a bit.
Tips to Make Coconut Ladoo with Condensed Milk
- Use good quality fine or medium-fine desiccated coconut. The texture of the desiccated coconut makes or breaks the dish.
- If you have the coarse variety, grind the desiccated coconut till you get a fine powder.
- Do not use spoiled or rancid coconut for making this recipe.
- Depending on your taste, the sweetness can be adjusted. One cup of desiccated coconut requires half a cup of condensed milk. This ratio is perfect if you are looking for a sweet ladoo. I used about 1 and ¼ cups of coconut for a moderately sweet ladoo.
- Use a nonstick pan for cooking coconut with condensed milk. It will help in avoiding the mixture sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Cooking should only be done in low heat. We are not looking for the coconut to turn brown. Usually, the coconut gets warmed up in about 2-3 minutes.
- You may add a quarter teaspoon of ghee to the pan before adding the coconut. This will help in rolling the mixture to balls easily.
- Or else, grease the palm of your hands with ghee before rolling to balls.
- You may add chopped cashew/almonds/raisins/pistachios as a small surprise stuffing inside the ladoos.
- Further, you may add a quarter teaspoon of Gulkhand as stuffing too.
- You may also press an almond, cashew, or pistachio as a garnish on top of each ladoo.
Storage Instructions
- These ladoos stay fresh at room temperature for a couple of days. Store it in an airtight container.
- You may also refrigerate the ladoos to consume within a week.
Coconut Ladoo with Condensed Milk Recipe
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Coconut Ladoo
- Total Time: 7 mins
- Yield: 7 nos 1x
Description
Coconut Ladoo is a quick and easy Indian sweet made with only 3 ingredients. It can be made in just 7 minutes!
Ingredients
Instructions
To make instant nariyal ladoo, heat desiccated coconut in a nonstick pan in low heat. Mix for a minute till warm.
Add condensed milk and combine well. The mixture will be slightly sticky. But within a minute it is come off from the sides and becomes thick. This will take about two minutes.
Add crushed cardamom or powdered cardamom. Mix again and remove from the flame. Let it cool for two minutes.
Once it is slightly cooled, divide the mixture into equal parts and roll to make smooth balls out of them. You will be able to make 6 to 7 ladoos.
Place each ladoo in desiccated coconut and roll to coat the surface evenly.
Coconut ladoo is ready. You may serve immediately or after about half an hour. This will make the ladoos harden a bit.
Notes
Add a quarter teaspoon of ghee to the pan before adding the coconut. This will help roll out the balls easily.
You may add chopped cashew/almonds/raisins/pistachios or a teaspoon of Gulkhand(rose petal jam) as a stuffing inside the ladoos.
You may also press an almond, cashew, or pistachio as a garnish on top of each ladoo.
The ladoos stay fresh at room temperature for a couple of days. Store it in an airtight container.
You may also refrigerate the ladoos to consume within a week.
- Cook Time: 4 mins
- Category: Sweet
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Keywords: coconut ladoo with condensed milk, coconut ladoo with desiccated coconut, instant coconut ladoo, nariyal ladoo
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Chinmayee Gayatree Sahu says
Never knew this could be this easy. Your garnishing skills are just awesome.
Katy Manck says
This looks like a wonderful dessert for just the 2 of us! What else can we make with the remaining condensed milk?
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Varsh says
I love coconut laddoo! This one with condensed milk sounds very easy to make. Will surely try.
Holly Jahangiri says
So pretty! I wish I liked coconut better. (I don't hate it, but prefer it fresh OR not the primary flavor. I could mostly live without it, though. Except in "Hello Dollies" or "7-Layer Bars":
1) Make a graham cracker crust with butter and graham cracker crumbs (or buy a ready-made crust). Use baking parchment or Silpat underneath for easier handling.
2) Add, in even layers: semisweet chocolate chips; butterscotch chips; moist, flaked coconut (sweetened or not); chopped pecans.
3) Drizzle over top, evenly, one can sweetened condensed milk. (Most popular brand here is Eagle Brand, but Nestle should do - just make sure it's the sweetened version.)
Bake at 335 degrees F for about 30-40 minutes (check for golden browning of the condensed milk on top). Remove, cool, and cut.
Mayuri Nidigallu says
I remember making these and feeling so proud that I did! Your brilliant pics have rekindled a wish to make them again, Shalini. Thanks for this nostalgic nudge.
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Matheikal says
Look tempting.
Tarkabarka says
These look delicious! I need to find some condensed milk... 🙂
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Aesha Shah says
Having a super energetic 11 year old at home now because of online school, is a nightmare because she is always wanting something to eat. I missed your first 2 posts so am going to check it out right away. I am not someone who would love to spend too much time in the kitchen, so looking forward to your recipes this April.
Pratibha P says
I am cutting down on sweets! But will make it for the boys!
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Maggie says
Oh I"m glad I found your blog today through the A-Z, these look so yummy and I love a recipe that is quick and easY!
Deepti says
Simple and delicious...
Yummm
Fabida Abdulla says
Yum, this looks so good! With just three ingredients, I think this is a must try!
Srivalli Rekha says
This is one of my favorite sweets and an easy peasy recipe to follow. Yum yum. 🙂
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Judy says
Yo I have made it and they are super yum.
Deepika says
That one looked simple. Will have yo try it. My kids love coconut ladoos and this recipe is just right for their craving.
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Unishta says
This seems a nice easy option. Will keep it in mind for coconut day... I love coconut sweets and make coconut barfi every year with fresh coconut.
Pooja Priyamvada says
I love eating coconut sweets, kept looking at the pictures for long
Meena C says
Such a easy and quick recipe! Thanks for sharing. Just one question.... Is desiccated coconut different from freshly grated coconut?
Purba Chakraborty says
I am definitely going to try this. Loved the recipe.
Jess says
I love all things coconut so this is right up my alley. Can't wait to try!
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Sara Welch says
Such a quick and tasty treat that does not disappoint! Exactly what I needed to cure my sweet tooth, indeed!
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Mahy says
One of the best coconut ladoo recipes that I've seen. They are absolutely amazing!
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Dr. Anita Sabat says
Lovely, Shalz!
So elaborately explained. Tempting images. Feel like reaching out & picking one Laddoo 🙂
Always ready for sweets & treats!
Tina Basu says
wow that's quite an easy one. I had made a similar coconut laddoo during Ganesh chaturthi. very nice, Shalini!
Gail Montero says
I love a quick and easy dessert that I can make when I have sweet cravings! Perfect!
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