A Kesar Motichoor Ladoo Indonesian Coconut Ladoo

Commonly offered as prasad, Motichoor Ladoo is a favorite festive treat across India. Admit it, once you start having it, you cannot just hold back at one. Motichoor Ladoo or Motichur Ladoo is a round-shaped sweetmeat made from fine, tiny balls of besan. The word ‘motichoor’ literally translates to crushed pearls and honestly we think their couldn’t have been a better name for the delicacy. Originally associated with states like Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, these ladoos were also easy to store in the torrid temperatures, and wouldn’t go bad for days. Motichoor Ladoo has also found its mention in ancient and medieval texts of South and Eastern regions.