Cardamom-Scented Gajar Halwa

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A rich carrot pudding infused with cardamom and nuts, traditionally served warm. This Indian-inspired recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, layers carrots, whole milk, ghee into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 6 Indian cuisine 390 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Peel and grate 2 cups carrots. Heat 3 tbsp ghee in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-low heat.
  2. Step 2: Add grated carrots and cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently until carrots soften and moisture evaporates.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1 tsp cardamom powder. Stir constantly and simmer for 25-30 minutes until mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pot.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup slivered almonds during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving warm. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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