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Dry Fruit Halwa

Dry Fruit Halwa

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Dry Fruit Halwa is a majestic, energy-dense, and profoundly aromatic traditional Indian sweet classic, celebrated for its unique chewy texture and intense nut abundance. This recipe features a concentrated blend of dates, figs, and a professional-grade variety of crunchy nuts slow-cooked in pure Desi Ghee. Known for its sophisticated flavor and status as a prestigious health-conscious treat in North Indian royalty, it represents the soulful heart of heritage preservative-free confectionery. The taste is intensely sweet and nutty, with the natural sugars of dried fruits providing a unique professional-grade earthy lift. Best enjoyed at room temperature as a professional-grade dense square. Perfect for festive gifting and winter wellness.

Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Servings6 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

1 cup Dates, pitted and chopped
1/2 cup Dried Figs, soaked
1/2 cup Cashews, chopped
1/2 cup Almonds, slivered
1/4 cup Pistachios, chopped
1/4 cup Walnuts, crushed
1/2 cup Pure Desi Ghee
1 tsp Cardamom powder
1 tbsp Poppy seeds (Posta dana)
A pinch of Saffron
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using high-quality soft dates is mandatory for achieving the most professional-grade smooth binding.
  • Ensuring the figs are ground well provides the absolute secret to achieved a consistent chewy profile.
  • The addition of poppy seeds provide the essential professional-grade texture found in heritage recipes.
  • Always use pure Desi Ghee specifically to ensure the signature professional-grade traditional aroma.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 piece (60g))

Calories

260 kcal

Protein

5g

Fat

16g

Carbs

24g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.