Ganesh Chaturthi stands as one of India's most revered Hindu festivals, dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the deity with an elephant head. Everyone’s favourite God, He symbolizes wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune. During this festive occasion, devout followers lovingly make and present an array of delectable culinary offerings, known as bhog prasad, to honour Lord Ganesha. As you celebrate the festivities of Ganeshotsav, we bring you a simple recipe for making delicious sweet kheer at home. Ganesh Chaturthi 2023 Bhog for 10 Days: Lord Ganesha's Favourite Food To Prepare As Prasad.

Kheer, also known as rice pudding, is a popular and traditional dessert. It is made using rice, milk, sugar, and is often flavoured with ingredients like cardamom, saffron, and various nuts such as almonds, cashews, or pistachios. This versatile dessert can have regional variations. It is often served during festive occasions and special events. So here is a detailed recipe for making kheer: 

Kheer Ingredients:

4 cups full-fat milk

1/4 cup long grained rice (basmati)

1/4 tsp saffron (kesar) strands

1 tbsp milk

1/4 cup sugar

1/4 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder

1 tbsp chopped almonds (badam)

1 tbsp chopped cashew nuts (kaju)

1 tbsp chopped pistachios

1 tbsp chopped raisins (kismis)

For Garnishing:

Few saffron (kesar) strands

Watch The Kheer Recipe Here:

Depending on the number of guests you have, you can increase/reduce the quantity of the ingredients. Kheer is one of the easiest and quickest dishes one can make. There are so many different types of Kheers made in India from Suji, Sabudana and the like. However, rice kheer remains popular. For this Ganeshotsav, make this delicious sweet bhog offering. We wish you all a very happy and prosperous Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.

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