Paleo Almond Halwa
Indulge in the rich, nutty flavors of Paleo Almond Halwa, a wholesome twist on a classic Indian dessert that’s completely dairy-free, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free. Made with nutritious almond flour, naturally sweetened with dates, and infused with aromatic cardamom, this dessert strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and health. The halwa gets its luscious texture from coconut oil and is beautifully garnished with crunchy sliced almonds and vibrant pistachios for an irresistible finishing touch. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this paleo-friendly dessert is perfect for special occasions or a guilt-free treat any day. Serve it warm and savor the wholesome goodness in every spoonful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 3 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 12 Dates
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons Almonds, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Pistachios, chopped
Instructions
Begin by soaking the dates in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften them.
While the dates are soaking, heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add the almond flour.
Dry roast the almond flour for about 4-5 minutes, stirring continuously until it turns slightly golden and you begin to smell a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn the flour. Once done, transfer it to a bowl and set aside.
In the same pan, add the coconut oil and allow it to melt.
Drain the dates and blend them with 1 cup of water in a blender or food processor to make a smooth paste.
Add the date paste to the melted coconut oil in the pan and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent sticking.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually add the roasted almond flour into the date mixture, mixing well to combine thoroughly.
Continue to cook the mixture on low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and begins to pull away from the sides of the pan, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the cardamom powder to the pan and mix well to incorporate the fragrance into the halwa.
Garnish with sliced almonds and chopped pistachios, folding them gently into the halwa.
Serve the Paleo Almond Halwa warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1358 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.9 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.6 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.2 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.4 g | ||
| Protein | 29.8 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 319 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 867 mg | 18% | |
*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.
