Ganne ki kheer recipe: Make sugarcane juice pudding at home in simple steps

New Delhi: Sugarcane, one of the most refreshing harvest gifts, isn’t just for juice stalls or cool drinks. It can transform into a creamy, delightful dish known as ganne ka kheer or sugarcane juice pudding. This traditional Indian dessert, made with the natural sweetness of sugarcane juice instead of refined sugar, brings a unique earthy flavour to the dining table. The combination of rice, dry fruits, and aromatic cardamom creates a perfect balance of taste and texture.

Loved in many North Indian households, this dessert is a winter favourite, known for its comforting richness and wholesome goodness. The recipe is simple, needing just a few everyday ingredients, yet the result is a dish that feels celebratory, nostalgic, and soul-satisfying, just the way kheer is meant to be. Read further for the recipe.

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1. Pour one litre of sugarcane juice into a heavy-bottomed pan and bring it to a gentle boil.

2. Add crushed green cardamoms to enhance the aroma.

3. Mix in one bowl of soaked rice and let it cook on a low flame, stirring occasionally.

4. Once the rice softens and the mixture thickens to a kheer-like consistency, add a handful of chopped dry fruits.

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5. Cook for another five minutes and turn off the flame. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Ganne ka kheer is a simple yet luxurious dessert that captures the natural sweetness of sugarcane in every spoonful. Serve it warm or chilled. It’s the perfect treat to end any festive meal on a wholesome note.