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Slices of rich besan gram flour halwa served on a white plate as a quick Eid dessert recipe under 30 minutes.

Besan Halwa

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Pakistani / Indian

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup 100g gram flour (besan)
  • ½ cup 115g ghee
  • ¾ cup 180ml whole milk + ½ cup (120ml) water
  • cup 65g granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • ½ tsp cardamom powder
  • 2 tbsp 20g chopped pistachios and almonds

Method
 

  1. Heat ghee in a heavy pan over low-medium heat.
  2. Add besan and roast, stirring constantly, for 10–12 minutes until aromatic and golden brown.
  3. In a separate pot, warm milk, water, and sugar.
  4. Lower heat and gradually pour liquid into besan while stirring vigorously.
  5. Cook 5–8 minutes until thickened to fudge-like consistency.
  6. Stir in cardamom and most nuts. Garnish with remaining nuts. Serve warm.