60% of the WHO 25g/day free-sugar guideline
What it takes to burn this off
Estimated for a typical 70kg (154 lb) adult — actual calories burned vary by body weight, pace, and fitness level. General reference only, not personalized advice.
Besan laddu is roasted gram flour, ghee, and powdered sugar pressed into a ball — no syrup, but a generous amount of sugar mixed straight in, around 3-4 teaspoons in one piece. The gram-flour and ghee base makes it digest more slowly than syrup sweets, but it's still a calorie- and sugar-dense festive treat.
Figures are for general reference, not personalized medical guidance; always confirm with a lab-tested label or professional for dietary decisions.
Source: Estimate — total carbs derived from a packaged besan laddu's printed label (61.8g carbs per 100g, ~24.7g per 40g piece); the sugar share (~14-16g per piece) is a recipe-based estimate, since that label didn't break sugar out. GI: medium — gram flour and ghee digest more slowly than refined flour or syrup, though the added sugar is substantial. (last verified 2026-10-21)