Punjabi Kaddu Halwa For A Quick Festive Dessert

By Garima Johar

October 13, 2024

Kaddu halwa, made with pumpkins is a rich traditional dessert. The Punjabi staple is a great way to add something sweet to your festive platter. Here’s how you can make kaddu halwa at home.

Ingredients

1 cup grated pumpkin 1 cup milk ½ cup ghee ½ cup sugar ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom A pinch of saffron 2-3 tablespoons chopped nuts for garnish

Step 1

Grate fresh pumpkin. Heat some ghee and saute the grated pumpkin till it softens.

Step 2

Pour in the milk and cardamom powder. Let it cook for 15-20 minutes till the mixture thickens.

Step 3

Add sugar and stir till it dissolves. Mix in saffron and cook till consistent.

Step 4

Turn off the heat and garnish with chopped nuts. Serve hot.