Kheer – Indian Rice Pudding (Slow Cooker)

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 15

Slow cooker Indian Rice Pudding recipe for a comforting dessert

Kheer – Indian Rice Pudding (Slow Cooker)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

5-6 hours on low / 2-3 hours on high

Ready In

5-6 hours on low / 2-3 hours on high

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 teaspoon vegetable oil
	1 cup white basmati rice , washed and drained
	1/4 - 1/2 cup sugar or 1/4-1/2 cup agave nectar
	1 teaspoon green cardamom seed , lightly crushed
	1/2 cup golden raisin
	8 cups milk or 8 cups soymilk
	2 tablespoons finely chopped almonds or 2 tablespoons pistachios

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

334

Sugar

28g

Fat

Kheer - Indian Rice Pudding is a traditional Indian dessert that is often served at festivals or special occasions. It's a creamy, sweet pudding made with rice, milk, sugar, and spiced with green cardamom. The slow cooker method makes it easy to prepare, and the results are a warm and comforting dessert that can be enjoyed anytime. The addition of golden raisins and chopped nuts add texture, flavor, and nutrition to the dish.

Instructions

1.	In a slow cooker, add the vegetable oil, rice, sugar or agave nectar, cardamom seeds, golden raisin, and milk or soymilk. Stir to combine.
2.	Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 5-6 hours or on high heat for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
3.	Once the rice is cooked and the mixture has thickened, stir in the finely chopped almonds or pistachios.
4.	Serve the Kheer - Indian Rice Pudding hot or cold, garnished with additional nuts if desired.

PROS

Kheer – Indian Rice Pudding is a comforting and easy dessert to make in a slow cooker.
It’s dairy-free if made with soymilk, and is naturally gluten-free.

It’s a great dessert option for those who are lactose intolerant or have a gluten allergy.

CONS

This recipe is high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Slow cookers can also vary in temperature, so it’s important to check the rice periodically to prevent it from becoming overcooked.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Indian Rice Pudding is a good source of calcium and protein from the milk or soymilk used in the recipe. It also contains cardamom, which has been linked to improving digestive health and reducing inflammation.