Besan Ladoo Calories and Nutrition
1 ladoo (~30 g) of Besan Ladoo contains 145 calories, 2.5g protein, 17.2g carbs and 7.4g fat — a vegetarian dish in the sweets & mithai category.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 ladoo (~30 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 484.2 kcal | 145.3 kcal |
| Protein | 8.4 g | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 57.3 g | 17.2 g |
| Fat | 24.6 g | 7.4 g |
| Sugar | 37.5 g | 11.3 g |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 5.4 mg |
| Saturated fat | 10.8 g | 3.2 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
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How Besan Ladoo fits in your diet
A 1 ladoo (~30 g) of besan ladoo contributes about 7% of a 2,000-kcal daily target and roughly 5% of an average adult's 50 g daily protein floor. Typically made with besan, ghee, powdered sugar, cardamom, nuts.
Roasted gram flour balls with ghee, sugar and cardamom. For a balanced Indian plate, pair it with a protein source (dal, paneer, eggs or chicken), a sabzi and a small portion of curd or salad. Restaurant or street-style versions can run 20–40% higher in calories because of extra oil, ghee or cream — adjust portion size accordingly.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Besan Ladoo?
Besan Ladoo has roughly 144 kcal per 1 ladoo (~30 g) (about 480 kcal per 100 g). Macros: 2.4g protein, 15g carbs, 8.4g fat.
Is Besan Ladoo good for weight loss?
Not ideal for weight loss in large portions. With 8.4g fat and 32g sugar per 100 g, besan ladoo is calorie-dense. Keep portions small or save it for occasional treats.
How much protein is in Besan Ladoo?
Besan Ladoo delivers about 2.4g protein per 1 ladoo (~30 g). Pair with dal, paneer, eggs or chicken to hit a complete protein target.
Can diabetics eat Besan Ladoo?
Diabetics should limit besan ladoo — at 32g sugar per 100 g it causes a sharp glucose spike. Save it for rare occasions and pair with protein-rich food.
How does Besan Ladoo fit into a balanced Indian meal?
Besan Ladoo sits well alongside dal, a vegetable sabzi, curd and a small green salad. Keep the plate balanced — roughly half vegetables, a quarter protein source, a quarter starches — and you will hit your macros without overeating.
Sources
Nutrition values for besan ladoo are sourced from Open Food Facts. Per-100 g figures scaled to the selected serving above.
Primary reference: View on Open Food Facts
Updated: 17/5/2026