Tirupati Laddu

Tirupati Laddu, also known as Srivari Laddu, is a sacred offering from the revered Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in Andhra Pradesh. This iconic sweet has been an integral part of the temple’s prasad tradition for centuries, dating back to the early 18th century when temple authorities began distributing it to devotees. The unique laddu, prepared in the temple’s special kitchen called Potu, is blessed before being offered to Lord Venkateswara and then distributed as prasadam. The use of high-quality ghee, aromatic cardamom, and carefully sourced ingredients has made this laddu legendary. Today, Tirupati Laddu is not just a sweet but a symbol of divine blessings, with millions of devotees considering it a sacred offering that brings prosperity and good fortune.

Tirupati Laddu is known for its rich, grainy texture and fragrant aroma of pure ghee and cardamom. Made with premium-quality Bengal gram flour, sugar, cashews, raisins, and ghee, each laddu is generously packed with crunchy nuts and a soft, melt-in-the-mouth consistency. Unlike regular laddus, it has a distinctive size—larger than most traditional laddus—and a golden-brown hue. The flavor is a perfect balance of sweetness, nuttiness, and mild spice, making it a heavenly treat. Traditionally, it is served warm, allowing the ghee to enhance its aroma and texture.

Tirupati Laddu is best enjoyed fresh within a day at room temperature. If refrigerated, it can stay fresh for 3-5 days. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. If refrigerated, allow it to come to room temperature for about 10-15 minutes before serving to experience its optimal texture and flavor.

Bengal gram flour (Besan), Sugar, Pure ghee, Cashew nuts, Raisins, Cardamom