It is Diwali time and that means it is time for home made sweets. I like to bring in some spice to the sweets, it adds a nice balance and takes the monotony out. Balance is the essence of life, and this is true with the environment and with our food. So ginger is the balance for this laddu inspired by two traditional sweets/snacks, one from the north of India and one from the south, Besan laddu and Avalose unda. The almond butter gives it a nutty taste, and the ginger and cardamom elevates it to a different level. So try it out for Diwali, it is vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free and as always quick'n'healthy :-)
- Homemade almond butter - 1 cup (recipe here)
- Unrefined coconut palm sugar - 1 cup
- Channa dal - 1 cup
- Fresh ginger root - 2-3 inch long
