Kheeranand is a traditional rice pudding which is famous all over India, especially Rajasthan. Kheeranand is a combination of 2 words-Kheer (a famous Indian rice pudding) and Anand(delight/joy) – it is truly a cheerful, festive dish. This dish is close to kheer but richer and creamier in flavour.
Dessert has a special place in Indian cuisine, we always celebrate festival, puja and get together with a ton of sweet dessert and sweets especially in north India. In Rajasthan, dessert or sweet is served with every single meal. Today I am sharing a special Marwari dessert recipe ‘kheeranand’. This is one of my favourite recipes and I learnt this classic Marwari rice dessert from my mother-in-law. It is an ancestral dish as it is a traditional dessert from Rajasthan’s rich heritage and my ancestors.
Kheeranand is little different than Kheer. It is thicker, puffier, and even a bit sweeter than the Kheer making it rich, indulgent and comforting. I love the simplicity of this dish as only a handful ingredients are needed- Milk, rice, sugar, nuts, cardamom and ghee.
A spoonful of kheeranand gives a warm, comforting hug and brings a unique flavour sensation. Simple, easy and super delicious!
