By Garima Johar
April 29, 2024
Halwa is a traditional Indian dessert that has been made in almost all Indian households for hundreds of years. If you’re craving a serving of this rich dessert, here are some types of halwa that you can quickly whip up at home.
Atta halwa which is made with wheat flour, is one of the Punjabi staples that’s even served as Kada Parshad in every Gurudwara.
Sooji or semolina halwa is a rich dessert made with sooji roasted in ghee with an addition of a lot of dry fruits and nuts.
Moong dal halwa is a Rajasthani speciality that’s rich in protein. It is made with lentils simmered in milk with dry fruits.
Gajrela or gajar ka halwa is another famous type of halwa that is made by simmering grated carrots in milk, ghee, and sugar.
Besan halwa is made with chickpea flour, ghee, and sugar. Your mother or grandmother must have relieved you from a cold with their besan halwa.