Oatmeal Halwa

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Oatmeal Halwa

Oatmeal Halwa is a light, healthy Indian sweet made with oats, jaggery, and ghee. A quick beginner-friendly dessert ready in minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dessert, Healthy Sweet
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cup rolled oats lightly roasted for better flavour
  • 3 tbsp jaggery adjust to taste
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 1 tbsp ghee use small amount for aroma
  • 1 tbsp chopped nuts almonds or cashews
  • 1/4 tsp cardamom powder

Equipment

  • Non-stick pan
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Heat ghee in a non-stick pan on low flame and add the rolled oats. Roast for 2 to 3 minutes until they smell nutty.
  2. Pour in the water and stir well so the oats cook evenly.
  3. Once the oats soften, add jaggery and mix until it melts completely.
  4. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the mixture turns thick like halwa.
  5. Add cardamom powder and chopped nuts. Give it a final stir and turn off the flame.

Notes

For extra nutrition, add 1 teaspoon chia seeds or flax seeds while cooking. You can replace jaggery with dates for a sugar-free version.
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