These round treats are a coconut lover's dream — and best of all, they're just three ingredients. Coconut laddoo is a type of mithai, or sweet, typically found in South Asian shops and served for celebratory occasions. While many types of mithai are milk- or nut-based, this one lets the coconut do all the talking, and a little bit of cardamom provides a floral edge. This particular variety is a crowd favorite at Jayasri Sweets in Herndon, Va., and the recipe comes from the shop's owner, Jayasri Gampa. This recipe works best with fresh coconut (frozen is fine); dried coconut doesn't have enough moisture for the mixture to hold together.
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Priya Krishna | 2022-10-19
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