In a pressure cooker add dates, cashews, and 1/2 cup of milk
Pressure cook for three whistles and let the pressure release naturally
After the pressure settles down and the mixture is cool, grind the mixture into a fine paste and transfer it into the pressure cooker
Add 1 cup of milk to the pressure cooker
Finally, add a pinch of cardamom powder and let the payasam boil
Cook for 2-3 minutes till the payasam boils well and turns frothy, switch off
Add toasted almond flakes and serve the payasam warm or cold