Rinse Channa dal two to three times and soak it for 3-4 hours
Discard the soaked water and grind to a coarse paste
Form small flat vadas and air fry at 180°F for 15 minutes, flipping after 7 minutes
Let cool and transfer to blender with cardamom seeds, grind to coarse powder
Soak saffron in hot water for 10 minutes
In a saucepan, add water, soaked saffron, and sweetener, heat for a few minutes until mixture slightly thickens
Add the prepared Channa dal mixture and mix well with melon seeds
Optionally add natural food colour, then gradually add ghee and mix well
Press ladoos between palms to form balls and serve
