Quick Bread Halwa — Healthy Indian Dessert

The mise en place.

• ▢6 slices whole-wheat bread, edges trimmed, cubed
• ▢1.5 cups milk (low-fat)
• ▢1/2 cup jaggery (powdered) — adjust to taste
• ▢2 tbsp ghee
• ▢1/4 tsp cardamom powder
• ▢8-10 cashews, chopped
• ▢8-10 almonds, slivered
• ▢1 tbsp raisins
• ▢A few saffron strands (optional)

Step, by step.

1. 1

   Cut bread into small cubes after trimming the edges.

2. 2

   Heat 1 tbsp ghee in a pan. Roast cashews, almonds, and raisins until golden. Remove and set aside.

3. 3

   In the same pan, add remaining ghee. Add bread cubes. Roast on low-medium heat for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

4. 4

   Add milk and stir continuously. The bread will absorb the milk and start breaking down.

5. 5

   Add jaggery powder. Stir until completely dissolved and the mixture thickens (about 5-7 minutes).

6. 6

   Add cardamom powder and saffron. Mix well.

7. 7

   Garnish with roasted nuts and raisins. Serve warm.