Processed Sugar-Free Ragi Ladoos (Finger Millet Energy Bites)

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Processed Sugar-Free Ragi Ladoos or Finger Millet Energy Bites is a quick and easy recipe loaded with Calcium, Iron, and all the essential nutrients. 

These energy bites are completely free from processed sugar and are Gluten-Free. The sweetness in the recipe comes from dates and dried fruits such as Apricots and Figs.

This is not overly sweet type, but enough to satisfy your sweet cravings. These can be shaped in any form and shared as an edible gift with family and friends.

Ingredients used for Processed Sugar-Free Ragi Ladoos

Ragi or Finger Millet

Ragi is the main ingredient in this Recipe. Also known as nachani or finger millet. A gluten-free millet/whole grain. A rich source of proteins, fibers, and calcium. Believed to be good for constipation, cholesterol, and diabetics. (Source Google). 

A great weight-loss food and I have already detailed much about what is Ragi and its origin in this post of mine, Egg-Less, Butter-Less, Chocolate Ragi Brownie.

Dates

Dates act as a natural sweetener in this recipe. A very healthy dry fruit to include in your diet. 

They can be incorporated in several different ways in one’s diet. Add it to cakes, energy bites, flatbreads, milkshakes, etc. They are high in calories and hence consuming in moderation is important.

Did you try our most popular recipe on the blog, Egg-Less, Sugar-Less, Butter-Less Dates & Walnut Cake? If not give it a try and let me know how it turned out.

Dried Fruits, Nuts & Ghee 

Source of essential nutrients and healthy fats. I have added Apricots, Figs, Prunes, and Hazelnuts. All nuts are rich in nutrients and have a high content of protein, fats, vitamins, and minerals.

Replacements

Any nuts can be used. One can add almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, pistachios, etc. You would need dates, or raisins to help bind all the ingredients. 

Processed Sugar-Free Ragi Ladoos Recipe

Roast the ragi with some ghee. Ghee is optional and one can dry roast it. This will make the ladoos vegan too. Then add all the dry fruits in a food processor and process it until it forms a lump-like dough. 

Mix it along with the ragi flour and make a dough. Shape it into round balls, bars, or modak. Enjoy these ladoos as a sugar-free treat as a post-workout snack or your evening snack. 

Processed Sugar-Free Ragi Ladoos or Finger Millet Energy Bites is a quick and easy recipe loaded with Calcium, Iron, and all the essential nutrients. These energy bites are completely free from processed sugar and are Gluten-Free. The sweetness in the recipe comes from dates and dried fruits such as Apricots and Figs.

Processed Sugar-Free Ragi Ladoos (Finger Millet Energy Bites)

Processed Sugar-Free Ragi Ladoos or Finger Millet Energy Bites is a quick and easy gluten-free snack recipe loaded with Calcium, Iron and all the essential nutrients.

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Course: Dessert, Snacks

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: Diwali Recipes, Edible Gifts, Energy Bites, Festival Special Recipes, Gluten Free, Healthy, Nuts / Dried Fruit, Post Workout Snack

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 20 Ladoos

Calories: 107kcal

Author: Renu Agrawal-Dongre

Equipment

• Pan/Heavy Wok
• Large spoon
• Food Processor
• Measuring Cups and Spoons

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoon Ghee (Clarified Butter)
• ¾ Cup Ragi Flour – 150 grams
• ¾ Cup Hazelnuts
• 1 Cup mix of Prunes, Dried Figs, Dried Apricots
• ¾ Cup Pitted Dates -Roughly Chopped- I have used the soft variety

Instructions

• In a heavy bottom pan add the ghee
  2 tablespoon Ghee (Clarified Butter)
• Add the Ragi flour, and on slow dry roast the ragi flour, until it changes colour and becomes fragrant. (Around 10-15 minutes)
  ¾ Cup Ragi Flour
• Let this cool completely.
  ¾ Cup Hazelnuts
• In a food processor or your blender jar, add in the Hazelnuts.
• Processes it as finely until it forms a lump.
• Add in the dates ,mix of Prunes, Dried Figs, Dried Apricots.
  ¾ Cup Pitted Dates, 1 Cup mix of Prunes, Dried Figs, Dried Apricots
• Process it until it forms a crumbly texture and starts combining.
• Now add the Ragi flour and combine everything.
• Take a tablespoon of the mixture and form ladoos.
  
• Store it in airtight container and enjoy.

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Notes

• 1 teaspoon = 5 ml, 1 tablespoon=15 ml, 1 Cup=235 ml
• You can use nuts and dried fruits of your choice.
• Read above for replacements

 

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Nutrition Facts

Processed Sugar-Free Ragi Ladoos (Finger Millet Energy Bites)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 107 Calories from Fat 36

% Daily Value*

Fat 4g6%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g

Monounsaturated Fat 3g

Cholesterol 4mg1%

Sodium 1mg0%

Potassium 169mg5%

Carbohydrates 17g6%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 7g8%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 77IU2%

Vitamin C 0.3mg0%

Calcium 43mg4%

Iron 1mg6%

* I am not a nutritionist. The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It varies depending upon the product types or brands.

Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist. The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It varies depending upon the product types or brands.

Updates

This recipe was first posted on my blog on 10 June 2019. Today 19 April 2024. I am updating the contents and pics.

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