As winter settles in, there’s nothing more comforting than a bowl of warm, creamy kheer. This season, embrace a healthier twist on tradition with Red Carrot Kheer, made using vibrant Desi Red Carrots, slow-simmered milk, and a smart sweetener combo that keeps the indulgence without the excess.
This recipe celebrates everything winter stands for: warmth, nourishment, fragrance, and wholesome sweetness. Every spoonful is naturally creamy, beautifully aromatic, and filled with the goodness of India’s favourite seasonal carrots.
🌟 Why This Gajar Kheer Is a Winter Gem
1. Packed With Winter Nutrition
Desi red carrots are rich in Beta-Carotene, Lycopene, and Vitamin A. They support immunity, enhance skin glow, and keep eyesight strong — perfect comfort for colder months.
2. Smart Sweetener Combination
Instead of relying solely on sugar, this recipe uses jaggery for its minerals and earthy sweetness, balanced with a small amount of condensed milk to create instant richness.
3. Slow-Simmered the Traditional Way
The secret to authentic kheer lies in patience. Simmering milk with carrots transforms the texture into something silky and luxurious while infusing every drop with flavor.
🥕 Ingredients
Produce & Spices
- Red Carrots (Desi Gajar) – 4 medium, peeled & finely grated
- Black Cardamoms – 2–3 pods, lightly crushed
- Green Cardamom Powder – ½ tsp
- Saffron Strands – A pinch (optional)
Dairy & Sweeteners
- Full-Fat Milk – 1 litre
- Condensed Milk – ¼ cup
- Jaggery Powder / Grated Jaggery – ¼–½ cup, as per taste
Ghee & Nuts
- Ghee – 1 tsp
- Mixed Nuts (Almonds, Pistachios) – 2 tbsp, sliced or chopped
🍲 How to Make Red Carrot Kheer (Step-by-Step)
1. Sauté the Carrots
Heat 1 tsp ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan.
Add the grated red carrots and sauté for 8–10 minutes until the raw smell fades and the natural sweetness deepens.
Add full-fat milk and crushed black cardamom pods.
2. Slow Simmer the Mixture
Bring it to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
The milk will thicken beautifully as the carrots soften and blend in.
If using saffron, mix it in now.
3. Add Sweetness & Flavor
Turn off the heat before adding jaggery.
Stir in condensed milk and jaggery until fully dissolved.
Finish with green cardamom powder for aroma.
4. Garnish & Serve
Lightly toast nuts in a little ghee.
Pour the kheer into bowls and top with the golden nuts.
Enjoy it warm for cozy winter comfort or chilled for a refreshing festive treat.
🍲 How to Make Red Carrot Kheer (Step-by-Step)
1. Sauté the Carrots
Heat 1 tsp ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan.
Add the grated red carrots and sauté for 8–10 minutes until the raw smell fades and the natural sweetness deepens.
Add full-fat milk and crushed black cardamom pods.
2. Slow Simmer the Mixture
Bring it to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
The milk will thicken beautifully as the carrots soften and blend in.
If using saffron, mix it in now.
3. Add Sweetness & Flavor
Turn off the heat before adding jaggery.
Stir in condensed milk and jaggery until fully dissolved.
Finish with green cardamom powder for aroma.
4. Garnish & Serve
Lightly toast nuts in a little ghee.
Pour the kheer into bowls and top with the golden nuts.
Enjoy it warm for cozy winter comfort or chilled for a refreshing festive treat.
✨ Perfect For
Nourishing evening sweet bowls
Winter festivals
Family gatherings
Healthy dessert cravings
