Traditional sweets are an important part of festivals and Moong Dal Halwa is a classic Indian dessert that I prepare every year during Diwali for bhog and Diwali puja . This delicious dessert is made using moong dal (a lentil) and flavored with ghee, saffron, and cardamom. Moong dal halwa is a festive and celebrated dessert and its mouth-melting texture, unique aroma and rich delicious taste is what makes this dessert very special.

Halwa is a very popular dessert in Indian households and the most common ones that we relish are suji ka halwa, aate ka halwa, and carrot halwa. Moong dal halwa is a festive and celebrated dessert and takes a lot of time to prepare. This famous Indian dessert is made during the winter season and all functions, occasions, and marriages include this popular dessert in their menu.

I will be sharing a traditional recipe that I learned from my mom-in-law which is being prepared from generations and has perfect measurements. The halwa we make has a dark brown color as we roast it very well in comparison to other moong dal halwa which are golden yellow in color and is cooked in full-fat milk for a  richer taste and daanedar texture. The result is worth it – it comes out rich, aromatic, decadent, delicious in taste, and is addictive. All the hard work is paid off:)) after relishing it. To make it easier, as the halwa takes a lot of time to prepare and requires continuous stirring(it’s a good hand exercise) I normally divide it into 2 parts, the first day I do the roasting and the second day I make the halwa.

HERE IS OUR RECIPE VIDEO OF MOONG DAL HALWA TO WATCH!

HERE IS THE PRINTABLE VERSION  OF THE  RECIPE!