Low Fat Traditional Semolina Halva
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Low Fat Traditional Semolina Halva, a lighter twist on a beloved dessert. This aromatic, golden-brown treat combines toasted semolina with a subtly sweet, creamy mixture of low-fat milk, water, and sugar. Infused with hints of vanilla and garnished with warm ground cinnamon and crunchy toasted nuts, this halva strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and healthy eating. With just a few simple ingredients and 25 minutes from start to finish, it’s an easy, guilt-free dessert that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. Ideal for serving warm, this quick and wholesome recipe is a must-try for lovers of classic semolina halva.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup semolina
- 2 cups low-fat milk
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons toasted almonds or pistachios (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the low-fat milk, water, and sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, but do not allow it to boil. Once warm, remove it from the heat and set aside.
In a large nonstick pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the semolina and stir continuously, toasting it gently. Cook the semolina for 8-10 minutes, or until it turns a golden brown color and begins to release its nutty aroma.
Lower the heat to medium-low and carefully pour the warm milk mixture into the toasted semolina, stirring constantly. Be cautious, as it may splatter.
Continue stirring until the mixture thickens and comes together into a soft, pudding-like consistency, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract if using. Cover the pan with a lid and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Spoon the halva into serving bowls or mold it into shapes using a spoon or small bowls.
Garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and toasted nuts, if desired, before serving warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1672 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.5 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 38 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 253 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.7 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 123.4 g | ||
| Protein | 43.0 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 712 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 470 mg | 10% | |
*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.
