Badam Halwa Recipe

Step 1: To begin making the Badam Halwa Recipe, combine the almonds and enough water in a deep bowl and soak for 8 hours

Step 2: Drain and de-skin the almonds

Step 3: Blend the almonds in a mixer to get a coarse mixture without using any water or milk

Step 4: Keep this badam mixture aside

Step 5: The next step is to make the badam halwa

Step 6: In a saucepan, add the milk, 1/2 cup water, sugar and saffron

Step 7: Dissolve the sugar in the milk mixture and keep the heat on low so the milk mixture stays warm

Step 8: Heat ghee in a Heavy Bottomed Pan, add the ground badam mixture and roast in the ghee over medium heat for about 7 to 8 minutes, stirring continuously

Step 9: The badam mixture will change in color slightly and get a roasted aroma

Step 10: Once the badam is well roasted and has a good aroma, slowly stir in the warm milk mixture into the halwa

Step 11: At this stage the halwa will begin to sizzle and liquid will start spluttering everywhere

Step 12: Keep stirring the badam halwa until all the milk is evaporated and the badam halwa comes away from the sides of the pan

Step 13: Once you notice the badam halwa comes away from the sides of the pan, turn off the heat

Step 14: Stir in the slivered almonds and serve

Step 15: Serve the Badam Halwa as a sweet for the festivals like diwali or a special occasion like a wedding in the family

Step 16: Serve Badam Halwa after a delicious festive meal of Aloo Tamatar Ki Sabzi, Ajwain Puri and Boondi Raita