When I think of Indian desserts, I think of homemade halwa. It’s a quick fix for many people who have a sweet tooth. Halwa is a rich sweet confection with several names that is popular throughout the Middle East, South Asia, Central Asia, and West Asia. Surprisingly, there are over 20 different kinds of halwas consumed across the country, ranging from pineapple halwa to khus khus halwa and more. We’ve put up a list of halwas that you can make at home.
Atte Ka Halwa
This is a wonderful whole wheat halwa that is commonly produced during holidays such as Navratri; nevertheless, you don’t need a special occasion to enjoy this delicacy. This is an excellent treat, and it’s an easy and quick recipe.
Walnut Halwa
A healthy dessert made with ground walnuts and cucumber seeds roasted with sugar, cardamom, and milk. This delectable treat is created for those who enjoy nuts and seeds.
Khus Khus Halwa
Poppy seeds, also known as khus khus, are commonly used in curries, bread, cakes, and biscuits. Who knew it could be used to make halwa and other desserts? Khus khus, ghee, milk, fox nuts or makhane, cardamom powder, ghee, nuts, and sugar are the components needed to make khus khus halwa.
Sooji Halwa
In Indian families, sooji halwa is one of the most popular and widely produced halwas. It’s usually made for Kanjak poojan during Navratri, when it’s served with dry kala chana and pooris.
Chana Dal Halwa
Chana dal Ground chana dal is soaked and sautéed before being made into a rich and heavy halwa with cardamom and saffron on top.
Doodhi Ka Halwa
Lauki or bottle gourd, butter, jaggery, soy milk, and almonds are used to make Doodhi ka halwa. This one is perfect for summer desserts.
Gajar Ka Halwa
We can smell gajar ka halwa in the air throughout the winter. It’s made from carrots, khoya, ghee, sugar, and almonds and is said to have originated in Punjab.
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