Sweet Simplicity Milky Delight—Dessert for 6
Sweet Simplicity Milky Delight is a delectable Indian dessert featuring a creamy milk base, subtly sweetened with sugar. This easy-to-make treat offers a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors, perfect for satisfying dessert cravings without overwhelming the palate. Ideal for all dietary preferences and health conditions.
Do This With That Stuff
- Place the 1/4 cup basmati rice in a colander and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear
- Soak the rinsed rice in enough water to cover it for 30 minutes
- Drain the soaked rice using the colander
- Chop the nuts (almonds, pistachios, and cashews) on a cutting board using a knife, then set aside 1/4 cup of chopped nuts
- In a large saucepan, pour 4 cups of whole milk and bring it to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon to prevent scorching
- Add the drained basmati rice to the boiling milk, reduce heat to low, and cook for 25-30 minutes while stirring frequently with the wooden spoon until the rice is soft and cooked through
- Add 1/2 cup sugar to the saucepan and stir well with the wooden spoon until sugar dissolves completely
- Cook for another 5-7 minutes on low heat, stirring continuously with the wooden spoon until mixture thickens slightly
- Turn off heat and add 1/4 tsp cardamom powder to the saucepan, mixing well with the wooden spoon
- Allow mixture to cool for about 10 minutes before folding in the reserved chopped nuts using the wooden spoon
- Divide mixture evenly among six dessert bowls using a measuring cup or ladle
- Refrigerate dessert bowls for at least an hour before serving
Obvious and Not So Obvious Variations and Pairings
☕ Bitter
- Add 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- Add 1/2 tsp instant coffee granules
- Increase cardamom powder to 1/2 tsp
🧂 Salty
- Add 1/4 tsp sea salt
- Add 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Replace chopped nuts with 1/4 cup salted mixed nuts
🍋 Sour
- Add 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Add 1/4 cup unsweetened yogurt
- Add 1/2 tsp grated lemon zest
🌶️ Spicy
- Add 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Add 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- Add 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- Add a pinch of saffron strands
🍬 Sweet
- Increase sugar to 3/4 cup
- Add 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- Add 1/4 tsp saffron strands, soaked in 2 tbsp warm milk for 10 minutes
- Add 1/4 cup golden raisins
🍄 Umami
- Add 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Add 1/2 tsp soy sauce
- Add 1/4 tsp fish sauce (optional)
- Add 1/8 tsp ground white pepper
🍸 Alcoholic
- Saffron Gin and Tonic: The botanicals in the gin complement the cardamom and nuts in the dessert
- Mango Lassi Cocktail: The fruity mango flavor pairs well with the Indian cuisine and enhances the creaminess of the dish
- Spiced Rum Chai: The warm spices in the chai blend with the dessert’s cardamom, creating a harmonious pairing
🥤 Non Alcoholic
- Mango Lassi: The fruity and tangy flavor complements the creamy sweetness of the dessert
- Masala Chai: The spices in the chai balance the richness of the dish
- Lemon Ginger Iced Tea: The zesty and refreshing taste contrasts with the sweet and creamy dessert
🥓 Keto
- Replace whole milk with 4 cups unsweetened almond milk
- Replace sugar with 1/2 cup erythritol
- Replace basmati rice with 1/4 cup shirataki rice, rinsed and drained
🍆 Mediterranean
- Replace basmati rice with 1/4 cup Arborio rice
- Replace cardamom powder with 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder
- Replace chopped nuts with 1/4 cup chopped walnuts and pine nuts
- Add 1/4 cup golden raisins
- Add zest of 1 lemon
🥑 Paleo
- Replace whole milk with 4 cups almond milk
- Replace sugar with 1/3 cup honey
- Replace basmati rice with 1/2 cup cauliflower rice, no soaking required
- Remove cashews from chopped nuts
🐟 Pescatarian
- No changes needed as the recipe is already pescatarian friendly.
🌱 Vegan
- Replace 4 cups whole milk with 4 cups almond milk
- Replace 1/2 cup sugar with 1/2 cup maple syrup
🥦 Vegetarian
- No changes needed as the recipe is already vegetarian friendly.
🥩 Whole30
- Replace whole milk with 4 cups unsweetened almond milk
- Replace sugar with 1/2 cup date paste
- Replace basmati rice with 1/4 cup cauliflower rice, no need to soak
🧠 Brain Health
- Replace whole milk with 4 cups almond milk
- Decrease sugar to 1/4 cup
- Add 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- Replace chopped nuts with 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
🌾 Celiac Disease
- Replace basmati rice with 1/4 cup gluten-free rice
- Use certified gluten-free nuts for the chopped nuts
💩 Crohns Disease
- Replace whole milk with lactose-free milk
- Decrease sugar to 1/4 cup
- Replace basmati rice with quinoa, washed and soaked for 30 minutes
- Remove chopped nuts (almonds, pistachios, and cashews)
- Add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
🩸 Diabetes
- Replace sugar with 1/4 cup granulated erythritol
- Replace whole milk with 4 cups unsweetened almond milk
- Increase cardamom powder to 1/2 tsp
🍞 Gluten Intolerance
- Replace basmati rice with 1/4 cup gluten-free rice
- Use certified gluten-free nuts to ensure no cross-contamination
🫀 Heart Disease
- Replace whole milk with 4 cups low-fat milk
- Decrease sugar to 1/4 cup
- Replace basmati rice with 1/4 cup brown rice
- Increase cardamom powder to 1/2 tsp
- Replace chopped nuts with 1/4 cup chopped unsalted walnuts
❤️ Heart Health
- Replace whole milk with 4 cups skim milk
- Decrease sugar to 1/4 cup
- Replace basmati rice with 1/4 cup brown rice
- Increase cardamom powder to 1/2 tsp
- Replace chopped nuts with 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
🧂 High Blood Pressure
- Replace whole milk with 4 cups low-fat milk
- Decrease sugar to 1/4 cup
- Replace basmati rice with 1/4 cup brown rice, washed and soaked for 30 minutes
- Increase cardamom powder to 1/2 tsp
- Add 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder
🍔 High Cholesterol
- Replace whole milk with 4 cups of almond milk
- Decrease sugar to 1/4 cup
- Replace chopped nuts with 1/4 cup chopped unsalted walnuts
🦠 Immune System
- Replace whole milk with 4 cups almond milk
- Decrease sugar to 1/4 cup
- Add 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- Add 1/4 cup chopped goji berries
- Replace nuts with 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
🚽 Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Replace whole milk with 4 cups lactose-free milk
- Replace sugar with 1/2 cup maple syrup
- Replace basmati rice with 1/4 cup brown rice, washed and soaked for 2 hours
- Remove chopped nuts (almonds, pistachios, and cashews)
- Add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
💧 Kidney Disease
- Replace whole milk with 4 cups unsweetened almond milk
- Decrease sugar to 1/4 cup
- Replace basmati rice with 1/4 cup short-grain brown rice
- Remove chopped nuts (almonds, pistachios, and cashews)
- Add 1/4 cup chopped unsalted peanuts
🐄 Lactose Intolerance
- Replace 4 cups whole milk with 4 cups lactose-free milk
- Replace 1/2 cup sugar with 1/2 cup coconut sugar
🍺 Liver Disease
- Replace whole milk with 4 cups low-fat milk
- Decrease sugar to 1/4 cup
- Replace basmati rice with 1/4 cup brown rice
- Remove chopped nuts
🤰 Pregnancy
- No changes needed
Beti’s Reflections
On a recent culinary adventure through the vibrant streets of India, I stumbled upon a delightful dessert that captured my heart and taste buds. The Sweet Simplicity Milky Delight, an Indian milky dessert, is a heavenly concoction that I knew I had to share with my fellow foodies at TheKitchen.ai.
This Sweet Simplicity recipe serves six people and is perfect for those with dietary preferences or health conditions. It’s a creamy basmati rice pudding infused with cardamom and adorned with nuts, making it an irresistible treat for everyone.
The ingredients in this cardamom milk dessert play a crucial role in creating its unique flavor profile. Four cups of whole milk provide the creamy base, while 1/2 cup sugar adds just the right amount of sweetness. The star ingredient, 1/4 cup basmati rice, is washed and soaked for 30 minutes to ensure perfect texture. A dash of cardamom powder brings warmth and depth to the dish, while 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds, pistachios, and cashews) add crunch and nutty goodness.
To create this nutty milk delight, start by rinsing the basmati rice under cold water until clear. Soak the rice for 30 minutes before draining it using a colander. Chop your nuts and set aside 1/4 cup for later use. In a large saucepan, bring four cups of whole milk to a boil over medium heat while stirring occasionally to prevent scorching. Add the drained rice to the boiling milk and cook on low heat for 25-30 minutes until soft. Stir in sugar until dissolved completely and cook for another 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened. Turn off heat before adding cardamom powder and allowing it to cool for about 10 minutes. Fold in chopped nuts before dividing the mixture evenly among six dessert bowls. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
In conclusion, the Sweet Simplicity Milky Delight is a scrumptious Indian Rice Pudding that will satisfy your sweet cravings without overwhelming your palate. This basmati rice dessert is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can come together to create an unforgettable milk and nuts dessert. So go ahead, indulge in this cardamom flavored pudding and let your taste buds embark on a journey to the enchanting land of India.
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