Millet Flour Halwa Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Millet Flour Halwa is a delicious and nutritious Indian dessert made with millet flour, ghee, sugar, and flavored with cardamom and nuts. This halwa has a rich and creamy texture with a hint of nuttiness from the millet flour. It is a popular sweet dish during festivals and special occasions in India. Millet Flour Halwa is easy to make and can be enjoyed warm or chilled. It is a perfect dessert to satisfy your sweet cravings.

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Ingredients for Millet Flour Halwa Recipe

  • 1/4 cup Millet 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: Millet Flour Halwa Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Heat ghee in a pan and add millet flour. Roast the flour on low heat until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma.
  • STEP 2.In a separate saucepan, heat water and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
  • STEP 3.Slowly add the roasted millet flour to the sugar syrup while continuously stirring to avoid lumps.
  • STEP 4.Cook the mixture on low heat until it thickens and starts to leave the sides of the pan.
  • STEP 5.Add cardamom powder and mix well. Remove from heat.
  • STEP 6.Garnish with chopped nuts like almonds and cashews.
  • STEP 7.Serve the Millet Flour Halwa warm or chilled. It can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure to roast the millet flour on low heat to prevent it from burning.
  • Stir continuously while adding the millet flour to the sugar syrup to avoid lumps.
  • You can adjust the sweetness of the halwa according to your preference by adding more or less sugar.
  • For a richer flavor, you can use ghee instead of oil for roasting the millet flour.
  • You can also add a pinch of saffron strands for a beautiful color and aroma.

Storage and Serving

  • Millet Flour Halwa can be served as a dessert after a meal or as a sweet treat during festivals and celebrations.
  • It can be enjoyed warm or chilled.
  • Store the halwa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Before serving, you can reheat the halwa in a microwave or on the stovetop.
  • Garnish with additional chopped nuts before serving for added crunch and flavor.
Nutrition
value
188
calories per serving
4 g Fat6 g Protein31 g Carbs6 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    4g
  • Protein
    6g
  • Carbs
    31g
  • Fiber
    6g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    31g
  • Protein
    6g
  • Fiber
    6g

Fats

  • Fat
    4g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    14mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    14mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    19mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    63mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    147mg
  • Selenium
    15mcg
  • 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