Almond Halwa
Indulge in the luxurious richness of Almond Halwa, a traditional Indian dessert that combines the creamy goodness of blanched almonds, fragrant cardamom, and the golden allure of saffron. This decadent sweet treat is made by simmering a smooth almond-milk paste in aromatic ghee and sweet sugar syrup, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture that's wonderfully satisfying. With just 10 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cooking, this elegant dessert is perfect for festive occasions or as a comforting homemade indulgence. Garnished with crunchy pistachios for an extra touch of sophistication, Almond Halwa is a must-try recipe that celebrates both flavor and simplicity. Whether you're exploring classic Indian sweets or looking for a gluten-free dessert, this halwa promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Keywords: Almond Halwa recipe, Indian dessert, easy halwa recipe, gluten-free dessert, festive sweets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almonds
- 1 cup Milk
- 0.75 cup Sugar
- 0.5 cup Ghee
- 0.25 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Saffron strands
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Pistachios or almonds (for garnish)
Instructions
Start by blanching the almonds: Soak 1 cup of almonds in hot water for 10 minutes and then peel off the skin.
Once peeled, grind the almonds in a blender with 1 cup of milk to form a smooth paste.
Heat 1/2 cup of ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
Add the almond paste to the pan and cook it for about 10-12 minutes, stirring continuously to avoid sticking.
In a separate saucepan, dissolve 3/4 cup of sugar in 1/4 cup of water over medium heat to create a syrup. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Add the sugar syrup to the cooking almond mixture, stirring continuously to combine.
Continue cooking the mixture over medium heat, stirring often until it thickens and begins to release ghee from the sides, for approximately another 10 minutes.
Add 1/4 teaspoon of cardamom powder to the mixture and stir well.
Soak 1/4 teaspoon of saffron strands in a tablespoon of warm milk and add it to the halwa. Mix well.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the halwa reaches your desired consistency.
Garnish the almond halwa with 2 tablespoons of chopped pistachios or almonds.
Serve warm and enjoy your homemade almond halwa.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2707 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.2 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.5 g | 403% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 342 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 99 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 194.2 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 167.4 g | ||
| Protein | 39.6 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 706 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 553 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
