Kova Ladoo Is The Ultimate Andhra Sweet You Shouldn’t Miss

Traditionally referred to as kobbari kova kajjikayalu, it is a popular dessert from Andhra Pradesh made of coconut, jaggery, ghee and khoya.

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As per food experts, kova ladoo is one of the oldest mithais from Andhra and is widely prepared during festivities.

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While you may think of it as coconut ladoo, it is quite different. Nariyal ladoo is made of freshly grated coconut and sugar, kova ladoo has coconut and jaggery mix stuffed inside a shell of khoya.

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Ingredients

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Heat ghee in a pan and add coconut and jaggery. Mix on medium flame until jaggery melts.

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Prepare a moist, sticky stuffing and let it cool down. Meanwhile, take in a pan and roast for a minute.

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Add powdered sugar and mix until it turns gooey. Transfer on a plate and knead a soft dough.

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Cut small roundels and flatten the khoya mix. Add the stuffing and cover. Gently smoothen the ladoo.

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Let the ladoos rest for some time and then store in airtight jar.

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