Gujarati-Style Sweetened Milk Pudding

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A delicate, creamy dessert made with condensed milk and cardamom, featuring a subtle floral finish. This Indian-inspired recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, layers whole milk, condensed milk, cardamom into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 Indian cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a saucepan, combine 2 cups whole milk, 1/2 cup condensed milk, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/2 tsp ground cardamom. Heat over medium-low, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves and mixture is warm, about 5 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Add 5 saffron threads soaked in 1/4 cup warm water. Simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  3. Step 3: Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Transfer to serving bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Gujarati-Style Sweetened Milk Pudding take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Gujarati-Style Sweetened Milk Pudding?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Gujarati-Style Sweetened Milk Pudding?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Gujarati-Style Sweetened Milk Pudding for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Gujarati-Style Sweetened Milk Pudding?

Indian desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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