Besan Halwa Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Besan Halwa is a traditional Indian dessert made from gram flour, ghee, sugar, and flavored with cardamom and nuts. It has a rich and creamy texture with a hint of nuttiness from the gram flour. This sweet dish is often served during festivals and special occasions.

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Ingredients for Besan Halwa Recipe

  • 1/4 cup Gram Flour
  • 0.13 cup Ghee
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 0.13 teaspoon Cardamom Powder
  • as required Chopped Nuts For Garnish

Directions: Besan Halwa Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Heat ghee in a pan and add gram flour. Roast the gram flour on low heat until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma.
  • STEP 2.Add sugar and water to the pan and stir well until the sugar dissolves completely.
  • STEP 3.Continue cooking the mixture on low heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens and starts to leave the sides of the pan.
  • STEP 4.Add cardamom powder and mix well. Remove from heat.
  • STEP 5.Garnish with chopped nuts like almonds and pistachios.
  • STEP 6.Serve hot or at room temperature. It can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure to roast the gram flour on low heat to avoid burning.
  • Stir continuously while cooking to prevent lumps from forming.
  • You can adjust the amount of sugar according to your taste preference.

Storage and Serving

  • Besan Halwa can be served as a dessert after a meal or as a sweet treat during festivals and celebrations.
  • Store the halwa in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.
  • Reheat the halwa before serving if desired.
Nutrition
value
316
calories per serving
9 g Fat12 g Protein46 g Carbs4 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    9g
  • Protein
    12g
  • Carbs
    46g
  • Fiber
    4g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    46g
  • Protein
    12g
  • Fiber
    4g

Fats

  • Fat
    9g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    134mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    9mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    175mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    2mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    95mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    217mg
  • Selenium
    5mcg
  • Zinc
    1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp