World Kheer Day Recipes

Kheer is one of the oldest sweet traditions we’ve inherited. Its story goes back to ancient India, where it was cooked in temples, offered during rituals, and prepared with the same care and love we still recognise today. That slow simmer, the cosy aroma filling the kitchen, and the joy of sharing a bowl with people who matter - it’s a feeling that has travelled across generations and stayed close to every Indian home.

From festive spreads to quiet family moments, kheer remains the kind of comfort every Indian connects with in their own way. And that’s exactly why we celebrate it on 30th November as World Kheer Day - a little reminder of how deeply this dessert is woven into our culture. When you want your favourite version to come together richer and quicker, easy kheer recipes made with luscious MILKMAID make it effortless.

It blends smoothly into the milk, gives every recipe a rich, velvety texture, and brings just the right sweetness without the long hours of cooking. And the best part is that no matter the regional name, the essence and mesmerising taste of all different types of kheers stays similar across India when it’s cooked the right way with the right recipe.

In the North, Rice Kheer is a classic — simple yet rich, simmered slowly with milk and nuts. During fasts, Sabudana Kheer takes over, while festivals like Eid bring out the Royal Sheer Khurma, loaded with dates and dry fruits. The West has its own gem, Sheviyanchi Kheer, a light yet indulgent treat with roasted vermicelli and a hint of cardamom. Travel east, and you’ll find Bengal’s Payesh and Odisha’s Kheeri — both creamy, aromatic, and made with devotion. Down South, Kheer becomes Payasam — whether it’s the vermicelli-rich Semiya Payasam or the elegant Palada Payasam, known for its silky, rose-tinted texture.

All Kheer or Payasam recipes made with MILKMAID feel like a touch of love — smooth, creamy, and perfectly sweet. So, this World Kheer Day, celebrate the dessert that brings every kitchen together. Choose your favourite version, stir in a swirl of MILKMAID, and serve up a bowl full of joy — just the way India loves it.