Kesar Badam Milk

This Indian Kesar Badam Milk is loaded with goodness of almonds and saffron and is a treat to sip on. Check out this super easy to make it at home and enjoy it either chilled or hot. Here is how to make Badam Milk Recipe or Badam Shake.

This Indian Kesar Badam Milk makes me forget that I hate drinking milk. The flavors of Kesar and almond, create such a magic that I completely forget that I am literally enjoying a glass full of milk!

Have you ever ventured into the market areas of old Bangalore? If yes, you will be very familiar with this chilled, refreshing drink served at a lot of road-side eating joints along with the endless array of snacks on the cards.

I was very new to Bangalore and commercial street was the best place to spend a day shopping for knick knacks. After a day of good retail therapy, we used to hang out at the famous Anand Bhawan, stuffing ourselves with their chaats, sweets and finally washing down everything with a tall glass full of Badam Milk.

A few years back, I saw a packet of Kesar Badam Milk powder being sold in a superstore, which was a quick way to enjoy the deliciousness. Just mix a few teaspoon full into a glass of milk and you are good to go.

But now that the bug of making everything from scratch has bitten me, I made my own Kesar Badam Milk and was almost patting my back while I sipped on this refreshing, nourishing and very healthy home made Drink which tasted exactly similar to the one we used to drink.

You can also try other such Milk Based Drinks – Saffron Milk, Basundi, Rabdi, Turmeric Milk and Aamras.

So, if you also hate drinking milk like me, try this Badam Milk and I am sure you will crave for it everyday just like me. Learn how to make Badam Milk, which can also be served for your everyday breakfast instead of tea or coffee. Here is the recipe of Badam Milk. 

What is Badam Milk?

Badam Milk is a delicious drink where the milk is flavoured with almonds. Other flavourings like saffron and cardamom powder can be added to it to enhance the flavour.

It is a very healthy substitute for regular milk and must be given to children on a regular basis. You can give this to your kids above 2 years old. Just make sure they are not allergic to any of the ingredients used. 

It is also good to sip on badam milk on cold winter days as it keeps the body warm. In summers, you can chill it and drink.

What are the benefits of drinking Badam Milk?

It is really good for kids, as it is high in calcium and rich in protein, which is good for the overall growth of the children. 

It also helps with stomach issues and treats constipation. 

Drinking it before you go to sleep, also helps you with insomnia and gives you a good night sleep. 

Badam milk is highly recommended for pregnant women too. It helps build immunity, stronger bones, improves eyesight and helps in the overall development of the body.

How to make Badam Milk?

To make this Indian Badam Doodh, soak the almonds in hot water for 15-20 minutes and then peel of the skin. Add them in a blender and make a smooth paste.

Now boil milk and add the badam paste in the boiling milk. Add sugar and cardamom powder and saffron strands soaked in milk. Cook the milk for some time and then serve chilled or hot.

You can also add rose water to this milk instead of saffron and can replace the cow’s milk with almond milk for a vegan version.

You can also add some crushed black pepper, fennel powder and ginger powder and make it into masala milk.

I completely recommend this flavorful Badam Milk Recipe. It’s a delicious drink with lots of health benefits. Devour it chilled, be it all by yourself while sitting in your nook or while having a gala time with your family. This makes sure to make to smile with its every sip! Here is how to make Badam Milk.

How to make a Vegan Badam Milk?

To make Vegan Badam Milk, just skip the milk and use water instead. Double the amount of almonds and blend it with water.

How to make Badam Milk Step By Step

Soak almonds in hot water for 10 minutes

Remove the skin of almonds and add them in a blender along with 1/4 cup of milk. Grind them to make a smooth paste.

Soak saffron in 2 tbsp milk.

Heat milk in a heavy bottom pan. When the milk comes to a boil, add almond paste and saffron soaked in milk. Simmer the heat and let it cook for 20-25 minutes.

Add sugar and cardamom powder and cook for another minute.

Kesar Badam Milk Recipe

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Badam Milk Recipe

This Indian Kesar Badam Milk is loaded with goodness of almonds and saffron and is a treat to sip on. 

Course Beverage

Cuisine Indian

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes

Servings 4 people

Calories 88 kcal

Author Neha Mathur

Ingredients

• 1 litre Full fat Milk
• 15-20 strands Saffron Soaked in 2 tbsp milk
• 20-25 Almonds
• 1/4 cup Sugar
• 1/2 tsp Cardamom Powder

Instructions

1. Soak almonds in hot water for 10 minutes.

2. Remove the skin of almonds and add them in a blender along with 1/4 cup of milk.

3. Grind them to make a smooth paste.

4. Heat milk in a heavy bottom pan.

5. When the milk comes to a boil, add almond paste and saffron soaked in milk.

6. Simmer the heat and let it cook for 20-25 minutes.

7. Add sugar and cardamom powder and cook for another minute.

8. You can serve the badam milk piping hot or can chill it in refrigerator before serving.

9. I personally like chilled version.

10. Garnish with pistachio slivers and saffron strands.

Recipe Notes

Keep stirring the milk while cooking so that it doesn't get burned from the bottom.

You can also add chopped dry fruits in the milk.

 

Nutrition Facts

Badam Milk Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 88 Calories from Fat 18

% Daily Value*

Fat 2g3%

Sodium 5mg0%

Potassium 99mg3%

Carbohydrates 16g5%

Sugar 12g13%

Protein 1g2%

Vitamin A 20IU0%

Vitamin C 3.1mg4%

Calcium 17mg2%

Iron 0.6mg3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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