Vegan Best Sweet Halwa
Indulge in the rich, aromatic delight of Vegan Best Sweet Halwa, a plant-based twist on a traditional dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Crafted with semolina, fragrant cardamom, and the natural sweetness of coconut sugar, this recipe delivers an irresistible nutty aroma and pillowy texture with every bite. Toasted cashew nuts, almonds, and plump raisins add layers of crunch and chew, while saffron-infused water lends a luxurious golden hue and depth of flavor. Prepared in just 40 minutes using coconut oil, this dairy-free halwa showcases a wholesome yet decadent treat ideal for those craving a healthier dessert option. Serve it warm, topped with roasted nuts, for a comforting finish to your meal. Packed with vegan-friendly ingredients and irresistible flavors, this halwa is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Semolina (Sooji)
- 0.25 cup Coconut oil
- 0.75 cup Coconut sugar
- 0.25 cup Cashew nuts
- 0.25 cup Almonds
- 0.25 cup Raisins
- 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 2 cups Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 10 strands Saffron strands
Instructions
Heat coconut oil in a large deep pan over medium heat.
Add cashew nuts and almonds, roasting them until golden brown. Remove them with a slotted spoon and set aside.
In the same pan, add the semolina and lower the heat. Stir continuously, roasting the semolina until it turns light golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. This takes about 8-10 minutes.
While the semolina is roasting, in a separate pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the saffron strands to the boiling water.
Once the semolina is roasted, carefully pour the boiling water with saffron into the semolina while constantly stirring to avoid lumps. Be cautious as the mixture will bubble up.
Add the coconut sugar and salt to the mixture. Continue to stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Mix in the roasted nuts and cardamom powder, stirring the halwa until it thickens and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan.
Add the raisins, allowing them to plump up while the halwa cooks for another 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat and let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve warm, garnished with a few of the roasted nuts on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2420 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.2 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.9 g | 254% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 837 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 372.8 g | 136% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 207.4 g | ||
| Protein | 37.7 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 880 mg | 19% | |
*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.
