Makhana Kheer is a rich, creamy, and healthy Indian dessert made using raw makhana (foxnuts), milk, sugar, and dry fruits. Popular during festivals and vrat fasting days, this traditional Indian pudding is loved for its comforting taste and light texture.

Made with lightly roasted plain makhana and full cream milk, this easy homemade dessert is naturally nutritious, delicious, and perfect for festive celebrations or healthy sweet cravings.

Ingredients:
• 2 cups Raw Makhana (Plain Foxnuts)
• 1 litre Full Cream Milk
• 2 tbsp Ghee
• Sugar as per taste
• Cashews & Almonds
• Cardamom Powder
• Saffron
• Pistachios for garnish

How to Make Makhana Kheer:

1. Heat ghee in a pan on low flame.

2. Lightly roast raw makhana, cashews, and almonds until crisp and aromatic.

3. Keep some roasted dry fruits aside for garnish.

4. Crush or grind half of the roasted makhana and dry fruits into a coarse mixture.

5. Boil milk in a deep heavy-bottom pan.

6. Add the crushed makhana mixture into the milk and stir continuously.

7. Add sugar, cardamom powder, and saffron.

8. Let the kheer simmer for 10–15 minutes until creamy and slightly thick.

9. Add the remaining roasted makhana and dry fruits.

10. Garnish with pistachios and saffron strands before serving.

Recipe Tips:
• Stir continuously while cooking for a creamy texture.
• Adjust sugar according to your taste.
• Serve warm during winters or chilled during summers.
• Use premium quality raw makhana for best taste and texture.

This healthy makhana dessert recipe is perfect for festive occasions, fasting meals, and guilt-free sweet cravings.