Custard Almond Halwa

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the almonds in hot water for about 30 minutes. Once soaked, peel the skin off and grind them into a coarse paste.

2. 2

   In a bowl, mix the custard powder with a little milk to form a smooth paste without any lumps.

3. 3

   In a pan, heat the remaining milk and bring it to a boil. Add the sugar and stir until it dissolves completely.

4. 4

   Lower the heat and slowly add the custard paste to the boiling milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

5. 5

   Once the custard thickens, add the almond paste and mix well.

6. 6

   Continue to cook on low heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens to a halwa consistency and starts leaving the sides of the pan.

7. 7

   Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving. Garnish with some chopped almonds if desired.