Vegan Sooji Halwa

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Vegan Sooji Halwa, a plant-based twist on the beloved Indian dessert! This quick and easy recipe transforms humble semolina (sooji) into a luscious pudding-like treat with the help of velvety coconut oil, creamy almond milk, and the aromatic touch of cardamom. Sweetened to perfection and studded with plump raisins and crunchy nuts, this halwa is not only dairy-free but also rich in texture and flavor. Ideal for festive occasions or as an indulgent snack, this vegan dessert comes together in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without the wait. Serve it warm with a sprinkle of nuts for added elegance!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Semolina (sooji)
• 0.5 cup Coconut oil or vegan butter
• 0.75 cup Sugar
• 2 cups Water
• 1 cup Almond milk
• 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
• 2 tablespoons Raisins
• 2 tablespoons Chopped almonds or cashews

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine water and almond milk. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Do not let it boil over.

Step 2

While the liquid mixture heats up, place a heavy-bottomed pan on medium heat and add coconut oil or vegan butter.

Step 3

Once the oil is melted and warm, add the semolina (sooji) to the pan. Stir continuously to toast the semolina evenly until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. This process usually takes about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

Lower the heat and carefully pour the hot almond milk and water mixture into the toasted semolina while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Be cautious, as the mixture might splatter.

Step 5

Stir the mixture continuously and cook until it begins to thicken, which should take around 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Add the sugar and cardamom powder to the pan and mix well. Continue stirring until the sugar dissolves completely, and the halwa reaches a pudding-like consistency.

Step 7

Turn off the heat and fold in the raisins and chopped almonds or cashews.

Step 8

Let the halwa rest for 2 minutes, then serve warm, garnished with additional nuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1236.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2621.1

Total Fat 131.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 162.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 338.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 186.7g
Protein 29.5g	0%

Vitamin D 78.1IU	0%
Calcium 517.4mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 782.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.5%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 51.0%