Dryfruits Ladoos(Balls)

With kids it's very hard to make elaborate Indian sweets and sometimes when you have guests coming on short notice,this can be a life saver. I normally make these Ladoos during Ganesh Chaturthi and Diwali.
I assure you that you won't just settle for one,it uses simple ingredients and are ready in a jiffy.
It's laden with good fat( nuts),so you won't feel guilty if you are even eating couple of them.

Ingredients:
Ghee or unsalted butter: 2-3tbsp
Cashew pieces: 1/2 cup
Whole Almonds:1/2 cup
Sugar(granulated): 1/2cup
Coconut Flakes : 3/4 cup
Milk: 3-4 Tbsp
Saffron strands: 4-5 (optional)
Cardamom Powder : 1 tsp

Method:
In a bowl mix milk and Saffron,keep it aside.
Blend Cashew pieces and Almonds coarsely. Now in a heavy bottom Pan or kadhai add ghee or unsalted butter. when the ghee/butter is warm add the cashew-almonds powder. Keep Stirring for 7-10 mins on low Medium heat.The mixture will change it's color to light brown and will have a fragrant smell.
Now add coconut flakes,Cardamom Powder and keep stirring it for another 2-3 mins. After that add sugar and incorporate everything,make sure there are no lumps. If you want to add more sugar,you can add it now.
Now let it cool for 5-10 mins.
Take the milk and with a spoon just crush the saffron around the edges of the bowl.
Now take the almond-cashew mixture and put small amounts of milk and make small balls with hands.
Keep them aside for an hour or so and they will be firm.
Store in a air tight container and enjoy whenever you have a sweet craving.