A small portion of Dates Halwa provides satisfaction and instant energy. If you like dates, here is another reason to savor them as a dessert! Jump to:About Dates HalwaWhy You Will Love Dates HalwaIngredientsStep-by-Step DirectionsHelpful TipsMore Indian Sweets and DessertsRecipe Card
About Dates Halwa
Dates are rich in natural sugar, iron, fiber, several vitamins, and minerals. I always love dates, having one or two of them, and they instantly satisfy my sweet craving. When I was with my parents in India, they always bought a big box of dates in winter (they still do). And my mom used to make different types of desserts using dates. And making Dates Halwa was her priority because it was easy and healthy, and we loved it. In Canada, we have access to dates for the whole year, and for more than 6 months, we have cold weather. So, keeping my mom’s tradition, I also like to make desserts using dates in winter. And this Dates Halwa is my absolute favorite. The recipe is easy and quick, and we need very few ingredients. Spices like cardamom and nutmeg provide sweet and warm flavors to the Dates Halwa and give us a cozy feeling. The Halwa is naturally sweetened with dates. The milk provides creaminess, and the walnuts give a nice crunch to the Halwa.
Why You Will Love Dates Halwa
This Halwa is creamy, rich, and fudgy. It is healthy, nutritious, and perfect for winter. Dates Halwa is sweet, cozy, and delicious. It is a quick and easy recipe with only a few ingredients. It is naturally sweetened and provides instant energy.
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Directions
Heat Ghee or butter in a heavy-bottomed pan. Add chopped dates and, on medium heat, fry them for 5-6 minutes. Dates will start getting softer.
Then add milk, stir well, and continue cooking. Keep stirring continuously, and mash the dates lightly with the back of the spoon or spatula.
Continue cooking until the milk is absorbed and the mixture becomes thick, smooth, and creamy. It may take 5-6 minutes.
Once the milk is absorbed, cook the Halwa until it is smooth and does not stick to the pan.
Add chopped walnuts, cardamom powder, and nutmeg powder. Add sugar if you need to, based on your sweetness preference. I have added only a teaspoon of sugar. But you can either skip the sugar or add more as needed. Mix everything well and cook for a couple of minutes.
Turn off the heat and transfer the Dates Halwa into a serving bowl. Garnish the Halwa with chopped pistachio and serve it warm. Keep the leftover Halwa in an airtight container and place it in the fridge for up to a week.
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