Badam Kheer is a rich, creamy and fragrant almond based Indian dessert flavoured with cardamom and saffron. This is a modern twist to the classic dessert made with only 4 main ingredients and gets ready in less than 30 minutes.
Badam kheer also termed almond kheer, badam payasam is one of the special dishes often prepared during festivals, celebrations, and special occasions.
The traditional process is time-consuming and labor intense as it is typically prepared with whole almonds. After soaking whole almonds for a few hours, they are peeled and ground to a smooth paste. Then the sweetener and ground almond paste are combined with boiling milk and simmered for several minutes until the kheer thickens.
However, this is a cheat recipe made with almond flour. Making almond kheer with almond flour is a convenient and quick way to enjoy this traditional dessert.
This is the ideal choice to serve unexpected guests or for days when you’re craving a sweet dish and want something that can be prepared fast.
Instructions
Step 1: Slightly crush saffron strands in a mortar and pestle.
Step 2: In a heavy-bottomed pan, add milk and crushed saffron.
Step 3: Bring milk to a boil.
Step 3: Keep stirring occasionally to prevent the milk from sticking to the bottom.
Step 4: Once the milk starts boiling, stir in almond flour and condensed milk.
Step 5: Add the cardamom powder and continue to simmer the kheer for 5-6 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Step 5: Once done, turn the heat off and let it sit for a few minutes. Then pour it into the glass.
Badam Kheer can be served warm or chilled.
Substitutions and Variations
Sweetener: I used sweetened condensed milk to get a rich taste and creamy texture. But you could use sugar instead.
Spices: A pinch of nutmeg powder adds a lovely flavour to the kheer.
Storage
Store the leftover kheer in the fridge for up to 3-4 days in a clean airtight container.
Reheat it in a steel pot on the stove top over medium heat.
Tips and Tricks
Quality Almond Flour: Use good quality almond flour to ensure a good taste and creamy texture. Use blanched almond flour (without skins) to imitate the taste and texture of traditional kheer.
Milk Choice: Use full-fat milk for a richer and creamier kheer.
Slow Cooking: Cook the kheer on low to medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent the milk from scorching at the bottom.
Saffron: Crushing saffron slightly in a mortar and pestle helps intensify its aroma and colour.
Serving: Almond kheer can be served warm or chilled. If serving chilled, let it cool down to room temperature first and then refrigerate for a couple of hours.
FAQ
To avoid lumps, mix the almond flour with a small amount of cold milk to make a smooth paste before adding it to the boiling milk.
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Badam Kheer
Equipment
- 1 Steel pot
- 1 Spoon
Ingredients
1 Cup = 250ml ; 1 Tablespoon = 15ml ; 1 Teaspoon = 5ml
- 500 ml (or) 2 Cups Whole Milk (Full Fat Milk)
- 125 gms (or) 1 Cup Almond Flour
- 180 gms (or) ½ Cup Condensed Milk adjust to your taste
- 1 Teaspoon Cardamom Powder
- 6-7 Strands Saffron
- 3-4 Almonds (optional) slivered
Instructions
- Slightly crush saffron strands in a mortar and pestle.6-7 Strands Saffron
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, add milk and crushed saffron.500 ml (or) 2 Cups Whole Milk (Full Fat Milk)
- Bring milk to a boil.
- Keep stirring occasionally to prevent the milk from sticking to the bottom.
- Once the milk starts boiling, stir in almond flour and condensed milk.180 gms (or) ½ Cup Condensed Milk, 125 gms (or) 1 Cup Almond Flour
- Add the cardamom powder and continue to simmer the kheer for 5-6 minutes until it thickens slightly.1 Teaspoon Cardamom Powder
- Once done, turn the heat off and let it sit for a few minutes. Then pour it into the glass and add slivered almonds.3-4 Almonds (optional)
- Badam Kheer can be served warm or chilled.
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Payasam with almond flour is a clever idea! I will definitely try this soon. Thanks for such a wonderful recipe and clear instructions.
You are welcome!