High Protein Almond Halwa
Elevate your dessert game with this irresistible High Protein Almond Halwa, a delightful twist on the traditional Indian sweet. Packed with the goodness of creamy almond paste, nutrient-rich whey protein powder, and aromatic cardamom and saffron, this recipe is the perfect blend of indulgence and nutrition. The halwa boasts a velvety texture, thanks to a slow-cooking process in ghee and milk, while the addition of chopped almonds adds a satisfying crunch. Ideal for fitness enthusiasts and foodies alike, this protein-packed dessert offers a wholesome treat without compromising on flavor. Quick to prepare and beautifully garnished, it’s best served warm for the ultimate comfort food experience. Perfect as a post-workout snack or a celebratory treat, this high-protein almond halwa is both nourishing and decadent.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams Almonds
- 30 grams Whey protein powder
- 3 tablespoons Ghee
- 250 milliliters Whole milk
- 200 milliliters Water
- 50 grams Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 0.2 grams Saffron strands
- 10 grams Chopped almonds
Instructions
Soak the almonds in hot water for 15 minutes, then peel the skins off.
Grind the almonds into a smooth paste using a few tablespoons of the milk. Set aside.
In a heavy-bottomed pan, melt the ghee over a medium flame.
Add the almond paste to the pan and cook while stirring continuously to avoid sticking, about 5-7 minutes or until the paste begins to release its ghee and turns aromatic.
In a separate bowl, mix the protein powder with milk until completely smooth.
Add the protein mixture, remaining milk, and water to the almond paste, and cook while stirring frequently.
Once the mixture thickens slightly, add the sugar and continue cooking and stirring to prevent the halwa from sticking to the bottom.
Stir in the cardamom powder and saffron strands.
Continue to cook until the halwa thickens and starts leaving the sides of the pan, approx. 10-15 more minutes.
Garnish with chopped almonds and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1529 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.2 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.0 g | 180% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 166 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 156 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.0 g | ||
| Protein | 54.6 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 722 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 639 mg | 14% | |
*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.
