If you’re observing a fast this Diwali but don’t want to miss out on festive indulgence, Sabudana Kheer is the perfect sweet treat! Made from tapioca pearls (sabudana), milk, and sugar, this creamy dessert is light, energizing, and suitable for vrat (fasting) days.
🥣 Ingredients:
- Sabudana (tapioca pearls) – ½ cup
- Milk – 4 cups
- Sugar – ¼ to ½ cup (adjust to taste)
- Cardamom powder – ½ tsp
- Cashews – 1 tbsp (optional, roasted in ghee)
- Raisins – 1 tbsp
- Saffron strands – a few (optional)
- Water – for soaking
👩🍳 Method:
- Soak the sabudana:
Rinse sabudana thoroughly and soak in enough water for about 2–3 hours (or until they turn soft and translucent). Drain any excess water. - Boil the milk:
In a heavy-bottomed pan, bring the milk to a boil. Lower the flame and let it simmer for a few minutes. - Add sabudana:
Add the soaked sabudana to the milk and stir continuously to avoid lumps. Cook on low heat for 10–15 minutes until the pearls turn transparent and the kheer thickens. - Sweeten and flavor:
Add sugar, cardamom powder, and saffron strands. Mix well and cook for another 2–3 minutes. - Add dry fruits:
Stir in roasted cashews and raisins for a festive crunch. - Serve:
Serve warm or chilled — both ways, it tastes divine!
💫 Tips:
- For a richer texture, you can add a few tablespoons of condensed milk.
- Ensure sabudana is well-soaked to avoid chewy texture.
- Adjust consistency with milk before serving, as it thickens when cool.
Perfect for fasting and festive celebrations, Sabudana Kheer brings sweetness, energy, and devotion to your Diwali 2025 thali! 🪔🥛
