Indian saffron milk|kesar doodh|Kesar badam milk- It is a warming, healthy, milk-based delicious drink with the richness of kesar or saffron and almonds. It has the perfect balance of sugar and you know what? it even smells heavenly.
I really love warm drinks during the winter, Have you tried dates milk yet? If not try this winter!
This recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, and can be made vegan as well. It will hardly take 15 minutes and is so easy to make that even a beginner can make this recipe. This recipe can also be made on special occasions like Diwali, Holi, or during Ramadan.
Ingredients
This recipe requires a few very basic ingredients.
Milk- Use full-fat milk, I have used buffalo milk for this recipe.
Kesar/Saffron- Use good quality saffron or kesar.
Sugar- I have used khand which is also known as raw sugar, it is a healthier option than sugar. You can use sugar, brown sugar, or khand.
Almonds- Almonds are very thinly sliced, It tastes great with milk and you won’t realize that the milk has almonds. Slice it very thin with the help of a slicer.
How to make saffron milk
Add full-fat milk and kesar (saffron strands) in a saucepan or deep bottom pan. Give it a mix, and after a few seconds, kesar or saffron will start releasing its yellow color.
(Note– Use good quality kesar, I prefer MDH kesar or Lion brand saffron. It is easily available online as well as in local grocery stores.)
Boil the milk at medium flame, after 4 to 5 boils add sugar or khand(raw sugar) and thinly sliced almonds to it.
(Note– Slice the almond thinly with the help of a slicer.)
After 2 to 3 boils turn off the flame and transfer it to a serving glass. Serve it hot.
Top tips
- Use good quality kesar or saffron for a delicious taste.
- Don’t use too much sugar, I have used 2 tablespoons of khand which is raw sugar for this recipe as it is less sweet than normal sugar. If you’re using sugar use only 1 tablespoon.
- You can also use cardamom powder for more flavors.
- If you don’t like sliced almonds then skip them.
- Serve it hot.
FAQs
Real saffron releases its yellow color when dipped in water or milk whereas fake saffron will take time to release color and will release a light yellow color.
Real saffron has its fragrance whereas fake ones don’t.
How to make vegan saffron milk?
Use almond milk, boil the almond milk and then add saffron to it. After 3 to 4 boils add sugar and sliced almonds. Again boil it twice or thrice then turn off the flame. It’s ready.
Almond milk goes really well with kesar.
What are the health benefits of drinking saffron milk?
Kesar or saffron is very good for the skin, It repairs damaged skin and also helps to relieve menstrual cramps.
Can I use pistachios or cashews instead of almonds?
Yes! use thinly sliced pistachios and cashews to the kesar milk, Then It becomes kesar-pista milk or kesar-cashew milk. You can use all three sliced dry fruits (little quantity) at once
Does saffron milk taste good?
Yes! It is warming, with the flavor of saffron/kesar and especially in winter it keeps the body warm and is a perfect comfort hot-milk-based drink.
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Recipe card
Indian saffron milk|kesar doodh|Kesar badam milk
Indian saffron milk is a warming, healthy, milk-based delicious drink with the richness of kesar or saffron and almonds. It has the perfect balance of sugar and you know what? it even smells heavenly.
Ingredients
- 2 Cup full-fat milk
- 13 to 15 saffron strands
- 8 Sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoon khand(raw sugar)
Instructions
- Add 2 cups of full-fat milk and 15 kesar (saffron strands) in a saucepan or deep bottom pan. Give it a mix, and after a few seconds, kesar or saffron will start releasing its yellow color.
- (Note- Use good quality kesar, I prefer MDH kesar or Lion brand saffron. It is easily available online as well as in local grocery stores.)
- Boil the milk at medium flame, after 4 to 5 boils add 2 tablespoons of sugar or khand(raw sugar) and thinly sliced almonds to it.
- (Notes- Slice the almond thinly with the help of a slicer.)
- After 2 to 3 boils turn off the flame and transfer it to a serving glass. Serve it hot.
Notes
- Use good quality kesar or saffron for a delicious taste.
- Don't use too much sugar, I have used 2 tablespoons of khand which is raw sugar for this recipe as it is less sweet than normal sugar. If you're using sugar use only 1 tablespoon.
- You can also use cardamom powder for more flavors.
- If you don't like sliced almonds then skip them.
- Serve it hot.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 105Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 93gCarbohydrates: 94gFiber: 46gSugar: 28gProtein: 86g
All information presented is intended for informational purposes only.
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