How to Make Rich and Healthy Dates Halwa at Home – Easy Recipe with Lion Dates

Jun 28, 2025

Looking for a traditional dessert with a healthy twist? Dates Halwa is your answer. Rich, melt-in-the-mouth, and naturally sweet, this South Indian delicacy is a must-try.

Why Make Dates Halwa?

Unlike traditional halwas loaded with sugar, Dates Halwa uses the natural sweetness of Lion Dates to deliver flavor without compromising health.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup Lion Dates (seedless, chopped)

  • 2 tbsp ghee

  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (cashews, almonds)

  • 1/2 cup milk or almond milk

Recipe:

  1. Soak the chopped dates in warm milk for 10 minutes

  2. Blend into a coarse paste

  3. Heat ghee in a pan, roast nuts, and set aside

  4. Add date paste and cook on low flame for 8-10 minutes

  5. Add roasted nuts and cook until mixture thickens

Serving Tip

Garnish with saffron strands and serve warm. A perfect dessert for festivals or special dinners!

Nutritional Information (Per 100g)

  • Calories: 320 kcal

  • Carbohydrates: 50g (Sugars: 40g)

  • Protein: 3g

  • Fat: 12g

  • Fiber: 4g

  • Iron: 1.5mg

  • Magnesium: 45mg

Health Angle

Dates Halwa is rich in:

  • Natural sugars

  • Iron and potassium

  • Good fats from nuts and ghee

Treat yourself and your family to Lion Dates Halwa – a dessert that tastes indulgent but nourishes at every bite.