Makhana Fruit Shrikhand — the perfect way to satisfy your sweet cravings during Navratri, this Makhana Fruit Shrikhand is a light, protein-rich dessert you’re going to fall in love with! Made with roasted and powdered makhana (puffed lotus seeds), powdered mishri, elaichi, saffron, and rose water, you can’t beat the aromatic flavors in this shrikhand!
WATCH HOW TO MAKE MAKHANA FRUIT SHRIKHAND:
We’ll start by lightly roasting our makhana on low-medium heat. Transfer them to a blender and grind into a fine powder. In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, the makhana powder, powdered mishri or any sugar of your choice until smooth.
Then, I went in with kesar, elaichi, and chopped nuts for the texture. Mix together gently and finish this off with some rose water or kewra extract for that floral aroma.
Serve the shrikhand in these adorable cups and layer with mixed fruit of your choice. Garnish with some nuts and this simple, yet satisfying Navratri dessert is yours to enjoy!
If you like this, please try my other recipes:
- Apple Crisp Baked Gur Sandesh
- Baked Motichoor Rabri Parfait
- Rose Rasmalai Falooda
- Orange Vanilla Rice Kheer – Rice Pudding
Makhana Fruit Shrikhand — the perfect way to satisfy your sweet cravings during Navratri, this Makhana Fruit Shrikhand is a light, protein-rich dessert you’re going to fall in love with! ❤️ Made with roasted and powdered makhana (puffed lotus seeds), powdered mishri, elaichi, saffron, and rose water, you can’t beat the aromatic flavors in this shrikhand! ✨
- 1 cups phool makhana (puffed lotus seeds)
- 1 1/2 cup yogurt
- 1/4 cup powdered mishri , or sugar or jaggery, adjust to taste
- 7-8 strands saffron , soaked in 2 tsp water
- 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
- 1 tbsp almonds , crushed
- 1 tbsp pistachio , crushed
- 1 tsp rose water
- 2 cups mixed fruits , I used strawberries, apples, bananas, and grapes
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Sauté the makhana on medium-low flame in a pan for 5-7 mins until they are crispy. Then, let it cool.
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To make your shrikhand, add your makhana to a blender and grind it to a powder. Then mix in your yogurt, powdered mishri, cardamom powder, saffron, nuts, and rose water, .
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To assemble, in a cup, add a layer of shrikhand, followed by a layer of mixed fruits. You can use any fruits of your choice. On top of the fruits, add a layer of your shrikhand, and garnish it with your choice of fruits and nuts.
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Before serving, chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour. Your Makhana Fruit Shrikhand is ready, enjoy!
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Hi Nidhi
Made makhana shikhand but not got the cream texture and it became dry.What should be the consistency of yoghurt please guide. Had used hung curd for it
You should use regular yogurt as adding makhana will automatically thicken it. In case your shrikhand is too thick, you can add milk to adjust the consistency.
Thank you