Kada Prasad, or Atta Halwa, is a rich, velvety-smooth halwa (pudding) made with whole wheat flour (atta), ghee, and sugar. This super indulgent treat is perhaps the simplest Indian dessert to make, that's ready in just 10 minutes!
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Kada Prasad Halwa is a decadent sweet that is made with three key ingredients- Atta (whole-wheat flour), ghee, and sugar. it is traditionally served as an offering in Gurudwara- a place of worship for Sikhs.
Growing up, my mom made a lighter version of Kada Prasad or Atta ka Halwa. The beauty of this simple dessert is that it comes together in under 10 minutes, with three basic ingredients, and is so comforting.
Ratio of Kada Prasad: The traditional recipe uses a ratio of 1:1:1:1, which means, for every 1 cup of flour (atta), you use 1 cup each of sugar, ghee, and water.
This recipe is a slightly healthy variation with reduced ghee and sugar. To compensate for that liquid, I use a little extra water. The result is the same luxurious halwa that literally melts in your mouth. Let's get started!
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What is Kada Prasad?
Kada Prasad is a decadent, creamy halwa made with whole-wheat flour (atta), sugar, and water. It is also called Atta ka Halwa. This sweet halwa is offered to all who visit & pray in a Gurudwara, a place of worship for Sikhs.
Is Kada Prashad and Atte Ka Halwa same?
Both these halwa recipes use the same ingredients but in slightly different proportions.
Kada Prasad traditionally uses 1 cup each of sugar, ghee, and water for every cup of whole-wheat flour or atta. Atta Halwa on the other hand is a more home-style preparation that uses less ghee and more water. It is less rich than kada prasad in taste.
Ingredients- Notes & Substitutions
- Atta (Whole Wheat Flour): use your favorite brand of whole-wheat flour that you use for roti and paratha.
- Sugar: The traditional recipes calls for an equal quantity of sugar, but I use a few tablespoons less for mild sweetness. Feel free to add more to taste.
- Ghee: Homemade desi ghee is best for this recipe. I make my own ghee, but any good quality brand will work.
- Water: This brings everything together. Add more if you like a more porrigde-like consistency.
How to Make Kada Prasad
Here are the step-by-step instructions on how to make gurudwara Kada prasad:
Add water in a microwave-safe cup and stir in sugar. Microwave for 2 minutes, or until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Note: We're not looking to boil the water here, just heat it enough to dissolve the sugar. Keep aside.
Melt ghee in a non-stick wok or sauce pan on medium heat. Stir in flour.
Stir and cook for 5-6 minutes until the flour mix turns caramel in color and starts bubbling around the edges.
Color Variation in Kada Prasad Halwa: You can cook the flour to your liking. For a medium-caramel color, I saute for 6-7 minutes. For a deeper color, continue to saute for 8-9 minutes. Keep an eye towards the end though, the flour can burn in a matter of minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low. Carefully add the sugar and water mix. Switch to a wire whisk and stir continuously until the water is fully absorbed and the halwa is lump-free. Turn off the heat and transfer the halwa to a serving bowl.
Serving Suggestion
This halwa is best enjoyed warm. Traditionally, it doesn't require any garnish. Optionally, you can garnish it with chopped almonds and pistachios before serving.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
Store this halwa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, microwave it for 1-2 minutes and serve.
You can also freeze Atta halwa in any freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
Notes & Recipe Tips
- Ingredients ratio:The ratio of all ingredients in the traditional recipe is 1:1:1:1, which means 1 cup flour, 1 cup ghee, 1 cup sugar dissolved in 1 cup water. This recipe is a healthier variation with reduced quantities of sugar and ghee. To compensate for that liquid, I increased the water quantity.
- Traditional recipe: The traditional recipe for Kada prasad is also mentioned under the ingredients, so you can pick your favorite.
- Stir continuously: In order to prevent the whole wheat flour from burning, stir it continuously. Similarly, stir regularly after adding water to prevent any lumps from forming.
- Ghee or butter: For an authentic taste, I prefer to use homemade ghee in this recipe, but store-ready ghee or unsalted butter can also be used. My prefered brand for unsalted butter is Kerrygold or Kirkland Organic (Costco).
Common Questions
Kada Prashad is a dessert that's best had in moderation since it contains sugar.
Yes, you can substitute jaggery with sugar following a 1:1 ratio. Just know that it will darken the color of the halwa.
Yes, you can use unsalted butter instead of ghee. Just keep in mind that the dessert may not have the traditional aroma of melted, cooked ghee.
Absolutely, you can add chopped nuts to this wheat halwa. Pistachios, almonds, and cashews taste great in it.
More Indian Halwa Recipes
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Kada Prasad- Atta Halwa
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Equipment
- Non-stick Wok or Sauce pan
Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chopped almonds and pistachios
- ½ teaspoon ground cardamom freshly ground (2-3 green pods)
Instructions
- Add water in a microwave safe cup and stir in sugar. Microwave for 2 minutes, or until the sugar is completely dissolved. Note: We're not looking to boil the water here, just heat it enough to dissolve the sugar. Keep aside.
- Melt ghee in a non-stick wok or sauce pan on medium heat. Stir in flour. Stir and cook for 5-6 minutes until the flour mix turns caramel in color and starts bubbling around the edges.
- Lower the heat to medium-low. Carefully add the water in the pan. Switch to a wire whisk and stir continuously until the water is fully absorbed and the halwa is lump-free. Turn off the heat and transfer the halwa to a serving bowl.
Notes
- Ingredients ratio:The ratio of all ingredients in the traditional recipe is 1:1:1:1, which means 1 cup flour, 1 cup ghee, 1 cup sugar dissolved in 1 cup water. This recipe is a healthier variation with reduced quantities of sugar and ghee. To compensate for that liquid, I increased the water quantity.
- Traditional recipe: The traditional recipe for Kada prasad is also mentioned under the ingredients, so you can pick your favorite.
- Stir continuously: In order to prevent the whole wheat flour from burning, stir it continuously. Similarly, stir regularly after adding water to prevent any lumps from forming.
- Ghee or butter: For an authentic taste, I prefer to use homemade ghee in this recipe, but store-ready ghee or unsalted butter can also be used. My prefered brand for unsalted butter is Kerrygold or Kirkland Organic (Costco).
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