Make Desi Ghee Atta Halwa With This Traditional Punjabi Recipe

By Garima Johar

November 14, 2026

Atta halwa is what many Punjabi kitchens make without second-guessing. Made with just basic pantry staples like whole-wheat flour, sugar, ghee, and water, this traditional recipe lets you easily make atta halwa.

Ingredients

1 cup atta 1/2 cup ghee 1 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder 1/2 cup water Chopped nuts for garnish

Step 1

Heat some ghee and add atta. Roast till golden brown and fragrant.

Step 2

Add sugar and stir well. Gradually add water and mix till it thickens.

Step 3

Once the water is absorbed, add the cardamom powder. Turn off the heat.

Step 4

Garnish with chopped nuts and serve hot.