Make Makhana Phirni In Easy 5 Steps To Curb Your Sweet Cravings This Navratri

Name: Make Makhana Phirni In Easy 5 Steps To Curb Your Sweet Cravings This Navratri
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: Makhana – 50g Mawa – 50g Full Cream Milk – 500ml Saffron – 10 strands Almonds – 10g Pistachios – 10g Cashews – 20g Rose Water – 1 tsp Condensed Milk (Milkmaid) – 30g Sugar – 20g Green Cardamom – ¼ tsp Desi Ghee – 2 tsp

If you’re following this strict dietary restrictions and fast during Navratri then this Makhana Phirni recipe is perfect for you. Read on to learn how you can prepare this delicious Makhana Phirni in just five simple steps.

Shivangi Sarkar

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Updated:- 2025-04-03, 20:05 IST

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Navratri is a time of devotion, fasting, and delicious food. Many people follow strict dietary restrictions, avoiding grains, onions, and garlic. However, fasting does not mean giving up on tasty food, especially sweets. One of the best ingredients to enjoy during Navratri is makhana (fox nuts). It is light, nutritious, and allowed during fasting. If you have a sweet tooth and are craving something special, then this Makhana Phirni by Chef Gaurav Raghuvanshi of Anardana, is the perfect dessert. This royal dish is creamy, rich, and easy to make. Read on to learn how you can prepare this delicious Makhana Phirni in just five simple steps.

What Is Makhana Phirni?

Makhana Phirni is a traditional Indian dessert made with fox nuts (makhana), milk, khoya (mawa), and dry fruits. It is a creamy, thick pudding that has a delicious blend of flavours from saffron, rose water, and green cardamom.

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Phirni is usually made with ground rice, but in this version, makhana replaces rice, making it a great option for Navratri fasting. Makhana is light and packed with nutrients, making this dessert both healthy and satisfying.

How To Make Makhana Phirni In Just 5 Steps?

Here is a detailed step-by-step guide on how to make Makhana Phirni by Chef Gaurav Raghuvanshi of Anardana:

Step 1: Heat desi ghee in a pan and roast makhana until it becomes crispy. Then, grind it into a coarse powder using a mixer grinder.
Step 2: In a large pot, boil full cream milk and reduce it to one-third of its original quantity. This will make the phirni rich and creamy.
Step 3: Once the milk is reduced, add khoya (mawa), condensed milk, saffron, sugar, and dry fruits. Stir well so that everything mixes evenly.
Step 4: Now, add the ground makhana to the milk mixture and stir well. Then, add rose water and a pinch of green cardamom for extra flavour.
Step 5: Let the phirni cool down and then refrigerate it for a few hours. Serve it in a martini glass or a bowl, garnished with pistachios, almonds, saffron strands, and edible flowers.

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Try this simple recipe and enjoy a royal and decadent treat this festive season of Navratri 2025.

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Here is a detailed step-by-step guide on how to make Makhana Phirni by Chef Gaurav Raghuvanshi of Anardana:

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Vegetarian Recipe

Total Time: 30 min

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 20 min

Servings: 3

Level: Medium

Course: Desserts

Calories: 300

Cuisine: Indian

Author: Shivangi Sarkar

Ingredients

Makhana – 50g Mawa – 50g Full Cream Milk – 500ml Saffron – 10 strands Almonds – 10g Pistachios – 10g Cashews – 20g Rose Water – 1 tsp Condensed Milk (Milkmaid) – 30g Sugar – 20g Green Cardamom – ¼ tsp Desi Ghee – 2 tsp

Step

Step 1:
Roast makhana in desi ghee until crispy, then grind into a coarse powder.
Step 2:
Boil full cream milk and reduce it to one-third for a rich, creamy texture.
Step 3:
Add khoya, condensed milk, saffron, sugar, and dry fruits, and mix well.
Step 4:
Stir in ground makhana, rose water, and cardamom for extra flavour.
Step 5:
Cool, refrigerate, and serve garnished with pistachios, almonds, and saffron.