Diwali Treats for Pets - Protein-ful Rose Laddu

Rose & Paan Protein Laddu (for Pets & Humans)

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup Pumpkin seeds
• ¼ cup Whole hemp seed powder
• 1 tbsp Fennel seeds
• 5-6 Dates (soaked & pitted)
• 2 tbsp Rose petals (dried or fresh, pesticide-free)
• 1 tbsp Bee pollen
• 1 tbsp Plaque powder (Good Mama Plaque Removal Powder)
• 2 tbsp Flax seeds (ground)
• 2 tbsp Raw honey (preferably organic)
• 1 tbsp Ghee (clarified butter)
• Grated coconut (for garnishing)

Instructions:

1. Grind the seeds: In a grinder or food processor, blend pumpkin seeds, fennel seeds, flax seeds, and dates until they form a coarse paste.
2. Add remaining ingredients: Add whole hemp seed powder, rose petals, bee pollen, plaque powder, and raw honey to the mixture. Pulse until well combined.
3. Mix with ghee: Add 1 tablespoon of ghee and mix thoroughly until the mixture can be easily shaped.
4. Shape: Roll the mixture into small round laddus or press into a tray to cut into barfi squares.
5. Garnish: Sprinkle grated coconut on top.
6. Store: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Benefits of Ingredients:

• Pumpkin seeds: High in omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and antioxidants, they support joint health, skin, and coat for pets and provide anti-inflammatory benefits for humans.

• Whole hemp seed powder: A complete plant-based protein, rich in essential fatty acids that aid in digestion, joint health, and heart health for both pets and humans.

• Fennel seeds: Help in digestion, reducing bloating and improving gut health, beneficial for both pets and people.

• Dates: Natural source of sweetness, rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, they provide an energy boost and aid digestion in both pets and humans.

• Rose petals: High in antioxidants and vitamins, they have anti-inflammatory and calming effects, improving skin and digestive health.

• Bee pollen: A superfood rich in vitamins, minerals, and protein, it supports immunity and combats allergies for pets and humans alike.

• Plaque powder: Helps maintain dental health by breaking down plaque and promoting a healthy mouth microbiota for pets, while also benefiting humans.

• Flax seeds: Packed with omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, they help reduce inflammation, improve coat health, and support a healthy digestive system.

• Raw honey: A natural antibacterial, honey boosts immunity, promotes wound healing, and soothes digestion.

• Ghee: Rich in healthy fats and butyrate, ghee supports digestion, joint lubrication, and brain health.

• Grated coconut (for garnish): Adds fiber and healthy fats that promote digestion, energy, and skin health.