Low Carb Sooji Halva
Indulge in the guilt-free goodness of Low Carb Sooji Halva, a delicious keto-friendly twist on the traditional Indian dessert. This recipe swaps out semolina with almond flour, creating a low-carb, gluten-free alternative that’s just as rich and satisfying. Roasted almond flour is simmered with warm water or almond milk, lightly sweetened with erythritol, and infused with aromatic cardamom and optional saffron for an irresistible flavor. Garnished with crunchy chopped almonds and pistachios, this creamy halva makes for the perfect warm dessert or a delightful snack. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy low-carb sooji halva delivers all the nostalgic taste of the classic dish while keeping your carb count in check.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 2 tablespoons Ghee (clarified butter)
- 3 tablespoons Erythritol or your preferred low-carb sweetener
- 0.25 teaspoons Cardamom powder
- 1 cup Warm water or unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Chopped almonds
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios
- 0.25 teaspoons Saffron strands (optional)
Instructions
Heat the ghee in a non-stick or heavy-bottomed pan on medium heat.
Once the ghee is melted, add the almond flour and stir continuously to roast it. Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the flour turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma.
While the almond flour is roasting, warm the water or almond milk in a separate saucepan. If using saffron, dissolve it in the warm liquid for enhanced flavor and color.
Once the almond flour is roasted, slowly add the warm liquid to the pan while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
Add the erythritol (or your chosen sweetener) and mix well. Continue to cook and stir for 3-4 minutes, allowing the halva to absorb the liquid and thicken.
Sprinkle cardamom powder and mix well to evenly distribute the flavor.
Garnish the halva with chopped almonds, pistachios, and more saffron strands if desired.
Serve warm as a comforting dessert or refrigerate for later use. Enjoy your low-carb treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.7 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.9 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 73 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.6 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 36.0 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 345 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 592 mg | 13% | |
*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.
