How many calories does one Mohanthal have?

One piece (50 grams)  Mohanthal gives 205 calories. Out of which carbohydrates comprise 89 calories, proteins account for 22 calories and remaining calories come from fat which is 90 calories.  One Mohanthal provides about 10 percent of the total daily calorie requirement of a standard adult diet of 2,000 calories.

Mohanthal recipe makes 24 pieces, 50 grams each.

205 calories for 1 piece of Mohanthal ( Gujarati Recipe), Cholesterol 0 mg, Carbohydrates 24.3g, Protein 4.5g, Fat 10g. Find how much fibre, iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, folic acid is present in Mohanthaal (Gujarati Recipe).

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halwai style mohanthal mithai is a traditional and authentic besan-based barfi recipe from the state of Gujarat and is prepared especially during the festival season and occasion.

It is made with a combination of mawa (khoya), besan (gram flour), ghee, sugar, and cardamom powder. The mawa adds a creamy richness to the sweet, while the besan provides a slightly grainy texture. The ghee and sugar add sweetness and richness, while the cardamom and nutmeg powder provides a subtle aroma. This mohanthal which is a perfect combination of barfi fudge and halwa known for its moist and creamy taste.

Is Mohanthal healthy?

No, this is not healthy. Made from besan, ghee, mawa, sugar, almonds, and elaichi powder.

Let's understand the Ingredients.

What's good.

Milk, Low Fat Milk, Milk powder : 1 cup of milk provides 70% of the Recommended Daily Allowance of Calcium. Milk promotes strong bones. The Calcium in Milk helps to protect your teeth against gum disease and keeps your jaw bone strong and healthy. Milk is low in carbs and therefore does not raise blood glucose levels. However diabetics must consider including low fat milk as advised by their dietitian only so as to avoid any fluctuations in blood sugar levels. Protein is another key nutrient which milk is rich in - 8.6 g from a cup. So all those looking to build protein stores can add milk and its products like curd, and paneer to their diet. One cup of Milk gives 10 grams of carbs.  Low fat milk has lower fat and the same benefits of milk. 

Besan : Besan has more good fat than whole wheat flour and also higher protein content. Rich in complex carbohydrates and with a low glycemic index, besan is good for diabetics too. Besan is high in Folate or folic acid, which is important for rapid growth and multiplication of red blood cells and white blood cells (WBC) in the bone marrow. Rich in complex carbohydrates and with a low glycemic index, besan is good for diabetics too. See detailed benefits of besan and why it's good for you. 

Almonds (badam) : Almonds are rich in B complex vitamins such as Vitamin B1, Thiamine, Vitamin B3, Niacin and Folate which plays an important role in the brain development. Almonds balances your cholesterol levels. almonds have a very low glycemic index and good for diabetics. See all 13 super health benefits of almonds. 

Milk and Low Fat Milk : Mawa is made from full fat milk. 1 cup of milk provides 70% of the Recommended Daily Allowance of Calcium. Milk promotes strong bones. Milk low in carbs and therefore does not raise blood glucose levels. One cup of Milk gives 10 grams of carbs. Low fat milk has lower fat and the same benefits of milk. 

What's the problem?

Sugar : Sugar is also called white poison. It is a simple carbohydrate with zero nutritional value. On intake, sugar will cause inflammation of the body which will last for many hours. It will spike your blood sugar level and shut down the fat burning process. To live a healthy life, try and cut sugar which from your diet. It requires a slow and deliberate attempt to do it. Find hidden sugar in packaged foods and drinks and stop having those products. Did you know that a can of your favourite soft drink is estimated to have 1/2 cup of sugar. 

Can diabetics, heart patients and overweight individuals have Mohanthal ?

No, this is not suitable for diabetics, weight loss, and cardiac. Too much fat is through sugar, ghee and full fat milk. 

Can healthy individuals have Mohanthal ?

No, this is not healthy. 

What is a healthier Indian sweet option?

We suggest you try low fat gajjar halwa recipe which uses dates as a sweetener and low fat milk which works well for diabetics. Other options are oats and mixed nuts ladoo recipe, jowar apple sheera and low fat paneer kheer recipe. 

Oats and Mixed Nuts Ladoo (Healthy Laddu)