About the Recipe
Oats Kheer is a creamy Indian-style pudding made with rolled oats, milk, jaggery, and aromatic spices. It’s quick, wholesome, and a great low-guilt dessert that also works as a light breakfast.
Packed with fiber and calcium, this dish brings the comforting feel of traditional kheer in a healthier, modern avatar — perfect for busy mornings or after-meal sweetness.
Oats Kheer
Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats (or quick oats)
- 2 cups full cream milk
- 3–4 tbsp jaggery or sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp grated coconut (optional)
- ¼ tsp cardamom powder
- 1 tsp ghee
- 6–7 raisins
- 5–6 cashews
- A few saffron strands (optional)
Instructions
- Roast the Oats (Optional but Recommended)
- Heat ½ tsp ghee in a pan. Add oats and roast on low flame for 2–3 minutes until slightly golden. Set aside.
- Boil the Milk
- In a deep pan, bring milk to a gentle boil. Simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.
- Add Oats ‘ Simmer
- Add roasted oats and stir continuously. Let it cook on low flame for 5–7 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Sweeten the Kheer
- Turn off the flame. Add jaggery (or sugar), cardamom, and grated coconut if using. Mix well until jaggery dissolves completely.
- ‘ Note: If using jaggery, always add after turning off the heat to prevent curdling.
- Fry Dry Fruits ‘ Garnish
- Heat ½ tsp ghee. Fry cashews and raisins until golden. Add to kheer. Mix well.
Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
½ cup rolled oats (or quick oats)
2 cups full cream milk
3–4 tbsp jaggery or sugar (adjust to taste)
2 tbsp grated coconut (optional)
¼ tsp cardamom powder
1 tsp ghee
6–7 raisins
5–6 cashews
A few saffron strands (optional)
How to Make Oats Kheer (Step-by-Step)
1. Roast the Oats (Optional but Recommended)
Heat ½ tsp ghee in a pan. Add oats and roast on low flame for 2–3 minutes until slightly golden. Set aside.
2. Boil the Milk
In a deep pan, bring milk to a gentle boil. Simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.
3. Add Oats & Simmer
Add roasted oats and stir continuously. Let it cook on low flame for 5–7 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
4. Sweeten the Kheer
Turn off the flame. Add jaggery (or sugar), cardamom, and grated coconut if using. Mix well until jaggery dissolves completely.
> Note: If using jaggery, always add after turning off the heat to prevent curdling.
5. Fry Dry Fruits & Garnish
Heat ½ tsp ghee. Fry cashews and raisins until golden. Add to kheer. Mix well.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm or chilled, as dessert or light breakfast
Add chopped dates or figs for a natural sugar boost
Sprinkle some cinnamon for a fusion twist
Tips for Best Oats Kheer
Use full cream milk for richer flavor
Jaggery makes it healthier — but sugar gives a classic taste
For thicker kheer, simmer longer or increase oats
Add nuts, seeds, or even protein powder for nutrition-packed versions
Variations
Make it vegan by using almond or coconut milk
Add grated apple or mashed banana for baby-friendly kheer
Use steel-cut oats (increase cooking time and milk)
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Why You’ll Love This Oats Kheer Recipe
- ✅ Made with pantry staples — no fancy ingredients needed
- ✅ Perfect for festivals, celebrations, or a sweet craving
- ✅ The entire family will love it
Tips for the Best Oats Kheer
- Stir continuously on low-medium heat to prevent scorching
- The right consistency is key — test by letting a drop cool on a plate
- Use full-fat milk or ghee for the richest flavor
- Cardamom and saffron are classic finishes that make it special
What to Serve with Oats Kheer
- Serve warm garnished with nuts and saffron strands
- Also delicious chilled straight from the refrigerator
- Pairs beautifully with puris or as a standalone dessert
Storage & Reheating
Store Oats Kheer refrigerated for 4-5 days. Stir in a splash of milk when reheating. Serve warm or chilled.