“Traditional Rice Kheer – A Creamy Indian Dessert Made with Milk & Rice”
Rice Kheer is a classic Indian dessert made by slow-cooking rice in milk until it becomes thick, creamy, and rich. Flavored with cardamom, saffron, and nuts, this sweet dish is served during festivals, celebrations, and family gatherings. It is simple to prepare yet tastes luxurious and comforting.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
50 min
Serving
4
Difficulty
Easy
⭐ Step-by-Step Directions
1. Rinse and soak the rice
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Rinse ¼ cup rice 2–3 times.
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Soak in water for 15 minutes.
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Drain and set aside.
2. Boil the milk
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Add 1 litre milk to a heavy pot.
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Bring it to a gentle boil.
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Stir to avoid burning.
3. Add rice to the milk
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Add the soaked rice.
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Reduce heat to low.
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Cook for 30–35 minutes, stirring frequently until the rice softens and the milk thickens.
4. Add sugar & flavoring
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Add 4 tbsp sugar.
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Add saffron strands and cardamom powder.
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Mix well.
5. Add nuts
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Add almonds, cashews, pistachios, and raisins.
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Continue cooking for 5–10 minutes until creamy.
6. Final touch
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Add 1 tsp ghee or 1 tbsp condensed milk (optional).
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Turn off heat.
7. Serve
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Enjoy hot, warm, or chilled.
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Kheer thickens as it cools – add 2–3 tbsp warm milk before serving if needed.
Ingredients
- 1 litre full-fat milk
- ¼ cup basmati rice (or any small-grain rice)
- 4 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp cardamom powder
- 8–10 saffron strands (optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped almonds
- 1 tbsp chopped cashews
- 1 tbsp chopped pistachios
- 1 tbsp raisins
- 1 tsp ghee (optional)
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 250–300 kcal
- Carbohydrate: 35g
- Protein: 7g
- Fat: 10g
- Sugar: 16g
- Calcium: high
- Rich in: Energy, healthy fats, milk protein
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