Quiz time: Let’s test your knowledge of gajar ka halwa with these 10 questions

Who doesn’t love a big bowl of the decadent gajar ka halwa? The beloved dessert has the whole Indian subcontinent in its chokehold with its rich, buttery layers.

From royal Mughal kitchens to Instagram-worthy dessert spreads, this carrot-laden treat has travelled through time, evolving into a quintessential Indian dessert. Think you know everything about this iconic dish? Let’s put your dessert IQ to the test and find out if you’re truly a halwa historian!

Score Card:

8-10: Halwa Hero! You’re the gajar halwa expert we all aspire to be. 🏆
5-7: Sweet Spot! You know your halwa well but could dig deeper into its delicious history. 🍬
0-4: Carrot Rookie! Time to grab a bowl of gajar halwa and learn more. 😋

With inputs from Kanikka Malhotra, consultant dietician and diabetes educator, and Tarveen Kaur, head chef and restaurant consultant