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Makhana Kheer

Makhana Kheer

Makhana Kheer is a rich, creamy, and delicious Indian dessert perfect for vrat (fasting) days. 

Made with fox nuts, milk, and aromatic spices, this traditional sweet is packed with nutrients and is super easy to prepare. 

Whether you're celebrating Navratri or just craving a wholesome dessert, this makhana kheer will surely satisfy your taste buds. 

Give it a try and enjoy its comforting flavors!

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Cooking Method:
Cuisine: ,
Courses:
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 2
Calories: 220
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year, Winter
Dietary: Gluten Free, High-Fiber, Vegetarian
Description

Makhana Kheer is a creamy Indian pudding made by gently simmering lightly roasted fox nuts in milk until they become soft and release their nutty flavor. Sweetened with sugar or jaggery and spiced with cardamom and saffron, it’s finished with a sprinkle of chopped pistachios or almonds for a bit of crunch. This velvety dessert is rich yet delicate—perfect for celebrations or a cozy sweet treat.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups makhana
  • 2 boiled milk (500ml)
  • 5 cashew nuts (5 for powder)
  • cardamom seeds (a few)
  • 1 pinch saffron (a few)
  • 1 small cup raisins (a few)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp ghee
Instructions
    Method
  1. 1
    Toast the makhanaToasted makhana in a pan with ghee

    Heat ghee in a pan and toast makhana for a couple of minutes until crisp.

  2. 2
    Blend the dry mixPowdered makhana mix in a blenderIn a mixer jar, add a portion of toasted makhana(set the remaining makhana aside), cashew nuts, cardamom seeds, and saffron. Blend to a fine powder.
  3. 3
    Heat the milkPour boiled cooled milk into a wide saucepan and heat it on a medium flame.
  4. 4
    Roast nuts and raisinsGolden roasted nuts and raisins in a panIn a separate pan, heat ghee and roast cashew nuts and raisins until golden. Set aside.
  5. 5
    Cook the makhanaAdd the remaining toasted makhana to the heated milk and let it boil for about 5 minutes.
  6. 6
    Mix the ground powderGround mixture added to the milk and stirredStir in the blended makhana-cashew mixture ,add sugar and mix well.Let it cook for another minute.
  7. 7
    Final touch with saffronAdd a pinch of saffron, stir, and turn off the stove.
  8. 8
    ServeA bowl of creamy makhana kheerMakhana kheer is ready to serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 220kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 15mg5%
Sodium 50mg3%
Potassium 120mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 18g
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 200 IU
Calcium 180 mg
Iron 1 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Makhana Kheer, Indian Sweet, Navratri Special Sweet, Navratri Sweets

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