Gajar Ka Halwa Carrot Pudding

Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of Gajar Ka Halwa, a classic Indian carrot pudding that’s perfect for celebrations or comforting desserts. Made by slow-cooking finely grated fresh carrots with creamy whole milk, a touch of sugar, and fragrant cardamom, this recipe creates a luscious spoonful of tradition in every bite. Enhanced with the nutty richness of ghee and topped with roasted cashews, almonds, pistachios, and plump raisins, this decadent pudding offers a delightful medley of textures and sweetness. With just 10 minutes of prep and a simple, low-effort cooking process, Gajar Ka Halwa is an irresistible treat that can be served warm as a dessert or enjoyed as a festive indulgence. Garnish with extra nuts for a stunning finishing touch! Perfect for impressing guests or relishing with family, this Indian dessert is truly comfort food at its finest.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Carrots
• 500 milliliters Whole milk
• 100 grams Sugar
• 3 tablespoons Ghee (clarified butter)
• 0.5 teaspoons Cardamom powder
• 2 tablespoons Cashews
• 2 tablespoons Almonds
• 1 tablespoons Pistachios
• 2 tablespoons Raisins

Directions

Step 1

Wash, peel, and grate the carrots finely. Set them aside.

Step 2

In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee on medium heat. Add the cashews, almonds, and pistachios. Roast them for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pan, add the grated carrots and sauté them in the remaining ghee for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until they slightly soften and release a sweet aroma.

Step 4

Pour in the whole milk and stir well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cook the mixture uncovered, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the milk is fully absorbed by the carrots. This process will take approximately 25-30 minutes.

Step 5

Once the milk has evaporated, add the sugar and mix well. The sugar will release some moisture, so continue cooking and stirring until the halwa thickens again.

Step 6

Add the cardamom powder and mix thoroughly. At this stage, you can also add an additional tablespoon of ghee for a richer flavor.

Step 7

Stir in the roasted nuts and raisins, mixing them evenly into the halwa.

Step 8

Turn off the heat and let the halwa cool slightly before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm, garnished with additional chopped nuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1230 grams (1230.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1638

Total Fat 80.80g	104%
Saturated Fat 38.70g	194%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 171mg	57%
Sodium 553mg	24%
Total Carbohydrate 206.00g	75%
Dietary Fiber 19.30g	69%
Total Sugars 169.00g
Protein 30.30g	61%

Vitamin D 227IU	1135%
Calcium 886mg	68%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 2775mg	59%

*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: 43.5%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 49.3%