Pumpkin Halva

Baking and Desserts | Indonesian cuisine

⏳ Time

1 hour

🥕 Ingredients

🍽️ Servings

Description

Pumpkin halva is a sweet treat made from pumpkin puree, sugar, and nuts. This delightful dessert is often enjoyed during the fall season and is perfect for gatherings and celebrations. The creamy texture and rich flavor make it a favorite among those who love traditional sweets. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or chopped nuts for an added touch.

Ingredients

Pumpkin - 2 lbs
Sugar - 7.1 oz
Brown Sugar - 3.5 oz
Milk - 17 fl oz
Butter - 7.1 oz
Almond - 5.3 oz
Rose water - 1 tablespoon
Almond - 5.3 oz
Light Raisins, Seedless - 5.3 oz
Light Raisins, Seedless - 5.3 oz
Salt - ½ spoons
Cardamom - ½ spoons

Step by Step guide

Step 1

Cut the pumpkin flesh into small cubes, place them in a deep saucepan, pour in the milk, and set over heat. Bring to a boil and cook the pumpkin, stirring occasionally, for forty minutes.

Step 2

Using a blender, puree the pumpkin and milk, then add flour, rose water, sugar, diced cold butter (150 grams), cardamom, a pinch of salt, mix well, and cook over low heat for another five minutes.

Step 3

Chop most of the almonds into coarse crumbs using a knife or blender, and mix them into the puree. Then, add the majority of both types of raisins.

Step 4

Melt the remaining butter in a double boiler. Place the pumpkin puree on a plate, sprinkle with almonds and raisins, and drizzle with the melted butter.