Motichoor Ladoo Cupcakes

Name: Motichoor Ladoo Cupcakes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 38 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1½ cups all-purpose flour; 1½ teaspoons baking powder; ¼ teaspoon baking soda; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ cup unsalted butter (softened); ¾ cup granulated sugar; ½ cup plain yogurt; ⅓-½ cup whole milk (adjust as needed); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ½ teaspoon ground cardamom; 1 cup heavy cream (chilled); ¼ cup powdered sugar; ¼ teaspoon saffron threads (soaked in 1 tablespoon warm milk); 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios; 12 mini motichoor ladoos (or small boondi clusters)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:18min

These Motichoor Ladoo Cupcakes are a festive Diwali fusion dessert that brings together soft cardamom cupcakes, saffron frosting, and the viral ladoo topping. They’re show-stopping Diwali cupcakes that feel both traditional and modern.

Updated at: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:11:59 GMT