Gluten-Free Almond Halwa (Edit recipe)

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Rich, nutty, and perfectly comforting — this almond halwa is our gluten-free take on a much loved Indian dessert! Made with almond flour, ghee, almonds and a hint of cardamom, it’s a naturally gluten-free twist on a beloved classic. Finally, a halwa that those avoiding gluten can enjoy without missing out on the flavor or nostalgia. It's a simple and perfect dessert to celebrate your Diwali this year!

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PREP TIME

5 minutes

COOK TIME

20 minutes

INGREDIENTS

7

Serves: 4

Ingredients

0.5 cup Ghee
1 cup Almond Flour
1 cup Whole Milk
1 cup Cane Sugar
0.25 cup Almonds, Sliced
0.5 tsp Saffron, strands soaked in 2 T
4 whole Cardamom Pods, crushed, can substitute with ground cardamom

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Process

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

Warm ghee in a thick bottomed pan
While the ghee is heating up, soak saffron strands in 2 Tbsp warm milk
Add the almond flour and roast it in the ghee on medium heat till it becomes slightly roasted.
Once roasted add the milk and whisk it in making sure no lumps form
Let it all cook together for 5 mins
Soak saffron strands in 2 Tbsp warm milk
Add the sugar and give it all a good mix
Mix in the saffron soaked milk along with the saffron
Let it all cook till the ghee separates which should be in less than 10mins. Make sure to keep stirring till the ghee separates to avoid burning
Finally add the chopped nuts and serve it warm

Notes

Make sure to cook the almond flour on low to medium heat and constantly stir as it can burn easily

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	555
Fat:	38 g
Carbohydrates:	59 g
Protein:	6 g
Cholesterol:	76 g
Sodium:	81 mg
Fiber:	2 g
Sugars:	52 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated per serving.