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Kada Prasad

Kada Prasad is a divine offering, also known as Gurdwara Karah Prasad or Atta Halwa. This recipe has just four ingredients: butter, atta (wheat flour), sugar, and water.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Indian, Punjabi
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Nisha Kapur

Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter* or use ghee
  • 1 cup whole wheat desi atta
  • 1/3 tsp salt, optional if using unsalted butter

Garnish (optional)

  • few almonds, chopped optional

Instructions

  • Prepare the Sugar Syrup. In a small pot, add water and sugar. Stir gently and heat on medium heat. Don't bring the sugar syrup to a boil. Once the sugar dissolves, you'll have a golden-colored sugar syrup. This process will take 8-10 minutes. Cover and set aside.
  • Melt Butter & Add Atta. Heat a pot on low to medium heat and add unsalted butter. Once the butter has fully melted, add atta (wheat flour).
  • Brown the Atta. Using a silicone spatula, stir the butter and atta mixture continuously until it turns deep golden brown, about 12 minutes. Keep stirring to prevent it from burning. Don't rush this step - it's what gives the halwa its flavor.
  • Add Sugar Syrup & Whisk. Carefully add the sugar syrup - the mixture will steam. Using the same spatula, gently stir the liquid mixture. Switch to a whisk and keep stirring until the halwa slowly thickens. Once the halwa forms into a solid, smooth mixture and no longer sticks to the pot, it's ready. This process will take 10-11 minutes. Turn off the stove.
  • Cover & Rest. Cover the pot with a lid and let the halwa rest for 5 minutes. Make sure the stove is turned off.

Notes

  • Butter: I've used unsalted butter for this recipe, feel free to add a pinch of salt if you prefer. If you are making atta halwa with salted butter, skip the salt.
  • Storage: Refrigerate the halwa in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. Reheat it in the microwave or on the stovetop with a little water for a slightly runny consistency.
  • Serving Suggestion: Serve Atta Halwa warm or hot. It can be served as an offering or Indian dessert.

Nutrition

Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 107mg | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 355IU | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg