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.

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.