Kheer Cups with Royal® Authentic Basmati Rice

55–70 MINutes
Indian / Indian Fusion
Kheer Cups with Royal® Authentic Basmati Rice

These Kheer Cups bring the comforting richness of traditional Indian rice pudding to your festive table, made with Royal® Authentic Basmati Rice. Slow-simmered whole milk and basmati rice create a creamy, luscious base, while saffron and cardamom add warmth and fragrance. Chopped almonds and pistachios bring a delicate crunch, finished with dried rose petals for an elegant touch. 

Made with

Authentic Basmati Rice

Creamy saffron kheer garnished with rose petals in a glass bowl, displayed beside a Royal Authentic Basmati Rice bag.

Ingredients

  • 8 cups whole milk
  • ½ cup basmati rice
  • ½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp cardamom powder
  • 14–16 strands of saffron
  • 2 small bowls chopped almonds
  • 2 small bowls chopped pistachios
  • Dried edible rose petals for garnish

Preparation

  • Simmer 8 cups of whole milk, keeping the flame low.
  • Add 1⁄2 cup of washed and soaked rice.
  • Add sugar, cardamom powder, almonds, pistachios, and saffron.
  • Simmer until the rice is soft and creamy.
  • Garnish with pistachios and rose petals.