Kheer Indian Rice Pudding Slow Cooker

Indulge in the creamy, aromatic delight of Kheer, a traditional Indian rice pudding made effortlessly in a slow cooker. This recipe combines the fragrant richness of Basmati rice with whole milk, heavy cream, and the exotic flavors of green cardamom, saffron, and rose water. Sweetened to perfection with granulated sugar and generously garnished with almonds, cashews, and golden raisins, this slow-cooked treat delivers a luxurious texture and comforting sweetness in every bite. Ideal for festive occasions or as a cozy dessert, this kheer can be served warm or chilled—each spoonful a celebration of India’s culinary heritage. Perfect for slow cooker enthusiasts, it’s an easy way to create an authentic dessert with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:250 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Basmati rice
• 4 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 4 Green cardamom pods
• 0.25 teaspoon Saffron strands
• 2 tablespoons Almonds (sliced or slivered)
• 2 tablespoons Cashews (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Golden raisins
• 1 teaspoon Rose water (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly under running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

Lightly crush the green cardamom pods to release their seeds.

Step 3

Grease the inside of the slow cooker lightly with butter or oil to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Add the rinsed basmati rice, whole milk, and heavy cream into the slow cooker.

Step 5

Stir in the sugar and add the crushed cardamom pods and saffron strands.

Step 6

Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for 3.5 hours, stirring every hour to prevent rice from clumping and to avoid burning at the edges.

Step 7

After 3.5 hours, add the almonds, cashews, and golden raisins, and stir well.

Step 8

Continue cooking for another 30 minutes to allow the nuts and raisins to soften and blend into the kheer.

Step 9

If using, stir in the rose water just before serving for an aromatic touch.

Step 10

Serve warm or chilled, garnished with additional nuts or saffron strands if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1472.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2150.0

Total Fat 126.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 357.1mg	0%
Sodium 462.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 199.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 162.2g
Protein 42.8g	0%

Vitamin D 429.4IU	0%
Calcium 1298.3mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 1946.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.9%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 38.0%