
Kheer (Rice Pudding) Recipe
Kheer rice pudding creates sweet Indian dessert flavored with aromatic cardamom, pistachios, and dried fruit for an easy recipe that makes satisfying portions. This traditional sweet showcases how rice can be transformed into luxurious dessert through slow cooking and proper flavoring techniques. The cardamom provides distinctive Indian flavor while pistachios and dried fruit add texture and visual appeal to the creamy base. This easy preparation makes authentic Indian dessert accessible to home cooks who want genuine flavors without complicated techniques. The sweet nature and satisfying portions make this kheer perfect for family desserts and special occasion celebrations.

Kheer is a sweet Indian rice pudding flavored with cardamon, pistachios, and dried fruit. This easy recipe makes 4 bowls of this rich and creamy dessert — it’s the best rice pudding I’ve ever had!
Ingredients
2 cups coconut milk
2 cups milk
3 tablespoons white sugar
½ cup basmati rice
¼ cup raisins
½ teaspoon ground cardamom
½ teaspoon rose water (Optional)
¼ cup sliced almonds, toasted
¼ cup chopped pistachio nuts
Directions
Bring coconut milk, milk, and sugar to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add rice, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until mixture thickens and rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
Stir in raisins, cardamom, and rose water; cook for a few more minutes. Ladle into serving bowls and garnish with almonds and pistachios.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
513 | Calories |
33g | Fat |
48g | Carbs |
11g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 513 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 33g | 43% |
Saturated Fat 24g | 119% |
Cholesterol 10mg | 3% |
Sodium 99mg | 4% |
Total Carbohydrate 48g | 18% |
Dietary Fiber 3g | 12% |
Total Sugars 22g | |
Protein 11g | 23% |
Vitamin C 2mg | 2% |
Calcium 195mg | 15% |
Iron 4mg | 24% |
Potassium 627mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.