Jackfruit – jaggery kheer

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 1

Delicious Jackfruit - jaggery kheer recipe for your dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

420

Sugar

45g

Fat

18g

Jackfruit - jaggery kheer is a popular Indian dessert made with ripe jackfruit, jaggery, coconut, and milk. This sweet, creamy, and aromatic dish is perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. Jackfruit is a tropical fruit that is rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. Jaggery is a natural sweetener made from sugarcane juice or palm sap that is less refined and healthier than white sugar. This kheer is easy to make, and the flavors of coconut, cardamom, and cashews make it a perfect dessert for any occasion.

Instructions

1.	In a pan, add grated coconut and sauté it until it turns golden brown. Then, keep it aside.
2.	In the same pan, add ghee and sauté the jackfruit pieces until they are soft.
3.	Add the jaggery and stir until it is fully dissolved.
4.	Add the sautéed coconut and coconut slices, and stir for a minute.
5.	Add the milk and cardamom powder, and let it come to a boil. Simmer for 10 minutes.
6.	Add cashews and give it a quick mix.
7.	Turn off the stove and let it cool for a while.
8.	Serve it hot or cold as desired.

PROS

This recipe uses natural sweeteners (jaggery), making it a healthier dessert option.
Jackfruit is a good source of fiber that helps with digestion and blood sugar control.

CONS

Jaggery is still a source of added sugar and should be consumed in moderation.
Jackfruit contains latex, and people with latex allergies should avoid it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Jaggery is a good source of iron and can help improve digestion. Jackfruit is loaded with fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins that support healthy inflammation response, immunity, and digestion.

	12 medium jackfruit , pieces
	2 1/2 cups powdered jaggery
	2 cups grated coconut
	1/4 cup coconut , slices
	1 cup fresh milk
	3/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
	3 tablespoons ghee
	10 cashews