Saffron Kheer with Toasted Almonds

India cuisine

Saffron Kheer with Toasted Almonds

Silky basmati rice pudding scented with saffron, cardamom, and rose water.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 45 min
Total: 55 min
Servings: Serves 6
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

  • - 2 cups saffron milk
  • - 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
  • - 1/3 cup sugar or sweetener
  • - 1 tbsp gelatin or agar agar
  • - Citrus zest or vanilla extract
  • - Seasonal fruit for topping

Cooking steps

  1. 1Bloom gelatin with cold water while gently warming cream with sugar.
  2. 2Stir saffron milk into the warm base until dissolved.
  3. 3Strain mixture into serving glasses and chill until set.
  4. 4Garnish with fruit, crunch, or whipped cream before serving.

Chef notes

  • - Chill vessels ahead of time for faster set.
  • - Use agar for a vegetarian-friendly set if serving to a crowd.

Pairings

  • - Serve with saffron-poached pears
  • - Pour a glass of Masala chai

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 310 kcal
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Carbs: 44 g