Paleo Badam Halwa
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Paleo Badam Halwa, a guilt-free twist on the traditional Indian almond dessert. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like raw almonds, creamy unsweetened almond milk, natural honey, and aromatic cardamom, this paleo-friendly halwa is both decadent and nourishing. The recipe skips refined sugars and dairy, relying on coconut oil and a touch of saffron for a rich, silky texture and heavenly aroma. In just over 30 minutes, you’ll create a beautifully golden, pudding-like treat that’s perfect for special occasions or as a cozy, warming dessert. Garnished with chopped almonds, this gluten-free and dairy-free delicacy is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Try Paleo Badam Halwa for a healthy dessert that doesn’t compromise on flavor or tradition!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.25 cup coconut oil
- 0.5 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 0.125 teaspoon saffron strands
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons chopped almonds
Directions
Step 1
Soak the raw almonds in hot water for about 1 hour. This will help to soften the nuts and make them easier to peel.
Step 2
After soaking, peel the skin off the almonds. You can easily do this by pinching the almond and the skin should slip off.
Step 3
Once peeled, grind the almonds in a food processor or blender with half a cup of water until you get a smooth paste. Make sure the paste is fine to ensure a creamy halwa.
Step 4
In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the almond paste and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring continuously to avoid sticking or burning.
Step 5
Slowly add the unsweetened almond milk, stirring to combine with the almond paste.
Step 6
Add honey, a small quantity at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to low and cook the mixture until it thickens and begins to leave the sides of the pan. This should take around 10-15 minutes.
Step 8
Stir in the cardamom powder and saffron strands and mix well.
Step 9
Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the halwa is of a thick pudding-like consistency. The coconut oil will start to release — a sign the halwa is done.
Step 10
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish.
Step 11
Garnish with chopped almonds and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (861.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2044.3 |
| Total Fat 157.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 53.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 19.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 161.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 143.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 105.9g | |
| Protein 44.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 87.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 947.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1618.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories