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# Dates Halwa Recipe
## Step-by-step
firstly, in a large bowl soak 2 cup dates in 1 cup hot water for 30 minutes.
blend to smooth paste.
transfer the dates paste to a large kadai.
add ¼ cup ghee and mix well.
keeping the flame on medium, keep stirring until the ghee is absorbed well.
add 2 tbsp of ghee and continue to cook.
cook until the mixture thickens and turns glossy. takes approx 15 minutes.
in a small bowl take 2 tbsp cornflour.
add ½ cup water and mix to form a smooth lump-free slurry.
pour in cornflour slurry and mix well.
cook on medium flame stirring continuously.
the mixture thickens and turns glossy after 30 minutes.
in a small bowl take 2 tbsp ghee and roast 10 cashews until it turns golden brown.
add in fried cashew, ¼ tsp cardamom powder to halwa and mix well.
transfer the halwa mixture to a tray lined with baking paper (size: 6 inch x 3 inch).
level it up with the help of a spatula.
now rest for 30 minutes or until the halwa is set completely.
cut into pieces with a sharp knife.
finally, enjoy **dates halwa** or store in the refrigerator and enjoy for a week.
## Video
## Notes
* firstly, make sure to soak the dates well else it will be difficult to blend.
* also, if you are looking for more sweetness, then add sugar or jaggery.
* additionally, cook on medium flame until the ghee separates from the mixture. else it turns sticky.
* finally, **dates halwa recipe** tastes great when made soft and spongy.
Original recipe by Hebbar's Kitchen: [https://hebbarskitchen.com/dates-halwa-recipe-khajoor-ka-halwa/](https://hebbarskitchen.com/dates-halwa-recipe-khajoor-ka-halwa/)
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