Low Fat Almond Halwa
Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of Low Fat Almond Halwa—a guilt-free twist on the traditional Indian dessert. Made with almond flour, creamy skim milk, and just a hint of ghee, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and health-conscious eating. Infused with the luxurious flavors of saffron and cardamom, and topped with a delightful crunch of sliced almonds and pistachios, this halwa is a treat for the senses. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the ideal dessert for special occasions or a quick fix for your sweet cravings. With this low-fat recipe, you get all the satisfaction of classic almond halwa without compromising your healthy lifestyle goals. Perfect for anyone looking for a lighter, flavorful dessert option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 2 cups Skim milk
- 0.5 cup Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Ghee (clarified butter)
- 10 strands Saffron strands
- 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons Almonds, sliced
- 1 tablespoon Pistachios, chopped
Instructions
Begin by soaking the saffron strands in 2 tablespoons of warm milk to extract the color and flavor. Set aside.
In a heavy-bottomed pan, add the ghee and allow it to melt over medium heat.
Once the ghee is hot, add the almond flour. Stir continuously on medium-low heat for about 5-7 minutes or until the almond flour is aromatic and begins to release a nutty aroma but not turning brown.
Carefully add the skim milk to the roasted almond flour while stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Once the milk is well incorporated and the mixture starts to thicken, add sugar. Stir well until the sugar dissolves completely, which should take about 5 minutes.
Add the soaked saffron along with the milk, and mix well until the saffron's color and flavor are evenly distributed.
Sprinkle cardamom powder into the halwa and continue to cook further for 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the halwa reaches a thick consistency and starts leaving the sides of the pan.
Garnish with sliced almonds and chopped pistachios.
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving. The halwa can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.9 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.3 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 87 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 202 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.0 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 129.2 g | ||
| Protein | 42.6 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 906 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1034 mg | 22% | |
*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.
