Low Carb Best Sweet Halwa
Indulge in the rich, aromatic flavor of **Low Carb Best Sweet Halwa**, a guilt-free twist on the traditional Indian dessert. Made with wholesome almond flour, creamy ghee, and natural sugar alternatives like erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, this halwa is the perfect treat for those following low-carb or keto lifestyles. The addition of saffron strands, cardamom powder, and a delightful crunch from roasted almonds and cashews elevates this dessert to a luxurious experience. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy yet decadent option for satisfying your sweet tooth without compromising your diet. Serve it warm for a comforting, nutrient-rich dessert that’s as delicious as it is healthy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup ghee
- 0.75 cup erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons cashew nuts
- 0.25 teaspoon saffron strands
Instructions
Begin by heating ghee in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the cashew nuts and sliced almonds, and roast them until they become golden brown. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add almond flour and sauté it in the leftover ghee on low heat until it turns slightly golden and releases a nutty aroma. This should take about 5 minutes. Stir continuously to prevent burning.
While the almond flour is roasting, in a separate small saucepan, bring water to a boil and add erythritol (or monk fruit sweetener) along with the saffron strands. Stir until the sweetener dissolves completely and the mixture is well combined.
After roasting the almond flour, carefully pour the hot sweetener syrup into the pan with the roasted almond flour, stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
Increase the heat to medium and continue to stir the mixture until it thickens. This will take approximately 5 more minutes.
Add cardamom powder and the roasted nuts to the halwa, stirring well to distribute evenly throughout the mixture.
Cook for additional 2 minutes or until the ghee starts to separate from the sides of the pan.
Remove the halwa from heat and let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve warm as a delightful low-carb dessert. Enjoy with a sprinkle of additional nuts if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.6 g | 226% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.5 g | 388% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 320 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 118 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.1 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 26.7 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 284 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 248 mg | 5% | |
*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.
