GF Sweet Potato Halwa

A GF substitute for classic Sooji Halwa or Rawa Kesari or Sajjige. This makes a perfect dessert for Hindu fasting (vrat or upvas). This halwa is made from boiled, mashed red sweet potatoes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Course Dessert

Cuisine Indian

Servings 4

Ingredients

2 large red sweet potatoes
4-5 Finely chopped dates or use a food processor adjust to taste
1 tablespoon dry roasted cashew pieces & almond slivers
1 tablespoon cashew butter Optional
¼ tsp cardamom powder Optional
A few saffron strands
Add 1/4-1/2 cup plant based milk to soften & moisten it if it is too dry optional

Instructions

Oven roast or steam sweet potatoes until completely cooked. Peel, mash with a fork, set aside.
Add finely diced dates, raisins, roasted cashew pieces and almond slivers.
Prasad for Bhagawan is ready, healthy, nothing processed, Gluten Free, no sugar, no butter!!!

Notes

Tip: Process 4-5 mejdool dates, pits removed in a food processor with 1 tablespoon of Almond powder. Perfectly small date pieces are achieved.

Keyword Gluten-Free Dessert, Sweet Potato Halwa, Healthy Indian Sweets, Sooji Halwa Alternative, Rawa Kesari Substitute, Sajjige Gluten-Free