Name: Badam Halwa With Almond Flour
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon ghee (Source: 1 tablespoon ghee); 1 cup super-fine almond flour (Source: 1 cup super-fine almond flour); 4 tablespoons slivered almonds, chopped ((reserve 1 tablespoon for garnish)) (Source: 4 tablespoons slivered almonds, chopped ((reserve 1 tablespoon for garnish))); 1 cup milk (or almond milk for dairy-free/ vegan) (Source: 1 cup milk (or almond milk for dairy-free/ vegan)); ½ cup water (Source: ½ cup water); ½ teaspoon saffron (Source: ½ teaspoon saffron); ¾ cup sugar ((adjust to taste)) (Source: ¾ cup sugar ((adjust to taste))); ½ teaspoon cardamom powder ((about 4-5 cardamom pods, seeded and ground)) (Source: ½ teaspoon cardamom powder ((about 4-5 cardamom pods, seeded and ground))); 2 tablespoons milk powder (full-fat) (optional) (Source: 1-2 tablespoons milk powder (full-fat) (optional); upper source range endpoint used for shopping.)

Get to know the ingredients

ghee

In the method: Heat a deep pan on medium heat, then add ghee.

super-fine almond flour

In the method: Reserve 1 tablespoon of slivered almonds for garnish and add the rest to the pan along with almond flour.

slivered almonds, chopped (reserve 1 tablespoon for garnish)

In the method: Reserve 1 tablespoon of slivered almonds for garnish and add the rest to the pan along with almond flour.

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Servings

Original recipe: Serves 4. Original quantities shown.

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1 tablespoon ghee
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Source: 1 tablespoon ghee
1 cup super-fine almond flour
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Source: 1 cup super-fine almond flour
4 tablespoons slivered almonds, chopped (reserve 1 tablespoon for garnish)
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Source: 4 tablespoons slivered almonds, chopped (reserve 1 tablespoon for garnish)
1 cup milk (or almond milk for dairy-free/ vegan)
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Source: 1 cup milk (or almond milk for dairy-free/ vegan)
½ cup water
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Source: ½ cup water
½ teaspoon saffron
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Source: ½ teaspoon saffron
¾ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
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Source: ¾ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
½ teaspoon cardamom powder (about 4-5 cardamom pods, seeded and ground)
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Source: ½ teaspoon cardamom powder (about 4-5 cardamom pods, seeded and ground)
2 tablespoons milk powder (full-fat) (optional)
Ingredient note
Source: 1-2 tablespoons milk powder (full-fat) (optional); upper source range endpoint used for shopping.

How to make it

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Combine milk, water, sugar, and saffron in a glass measuring cup (for ease of pouring). Heat it in the microwave for 3 minutes or until the sugar dissolves completely. You can also heat this in a small saucepan on the stovetop. Keep it aside for later.
Heat a deep pan on medium heat, then add ghee. Reserve 1 tablespoon of slivered almonds for garnish and add the rest to the pan along with almond flour.
Saute this for 3 to 4 minutes until the almond flour turns a shade or two darker. Be careful to not brown it as that would leave a bitter taste.
Add warmed saffron milk to the pot, and whisk well to prevent lumps.
Reduce the heat to 'medium-low' and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring every 2-3 minutes to prevent the almond mix from sticking to the bottom.
Stir in ground cardamom. Continue to cook the halwa until it stops sticking to the pan and reaches a pudding-like consistency.
Optional Step: Stir in 1-2 tablespoons of dry milk powder. This helps thicken the halwa faster and gives it a creamier taste.
Halwa is ready when it stops sticking to the pan. Turn off the heat and transfer to a heat-safe bowl.
Garnish with the reserved slivered almonds and dried rose petals (optional) and serve warm.

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The last little job

Finish as directed

Garnish with the reserved slivered almonds and dried rose petals (optional) and serve warm.

A little more help as you go

Prepare the whisked mixture

Keep the whisking step in its stated place in the preparation.

Follow the microwave stages

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A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the saucepan and pot. Start with this step: Combine milk, water, sugar, and saffron in a glass measuring cup (for ease of pouring).

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Set out the ingredients needed for the first cooking step.

What happens at the end?

Garnish with the reserved slivered almonds and dried rose petals (optional) and serve warm.

Is there another preparation step to plan for?

Keep the whisking step in its stated place in the preparation.

Additional recipe notes

For best results use super-fine blanched almond flour . Fresh cardamom is always the best choice for Indian sweets. Peel 3 to 4 green cardamom pods and crush them in a mortar or pestle or coffee grinder. Pick good quality saffron for the most amazing floral aroma and deep yellow color. Buy the smallest quantity you can find and store the remaining in a cool, dark, place. To check for doneness , take a tiny portion of the halwa in a spoon, cool it, then gently roll it with your finger. If you're able to form a tiny ball, it's done. If it continues to stick to the spoon, simmer it for a few more minutes. This recipe makes a rich and decadent halwa. But feel free to customize the ghee quantity to your desired level of richness, adding 1 tablespoon at a time. Note: The nutrition facts below are my estimates. If you are following any diet plan, I recommend cross-checking with your preferred nutrition calculator.

Badam Halwa With Almond Flour

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