Lauki, also known as bottle gourd or doodhi, is a summer vegetable loaded with cooling properties and health benefits. If you’re tired of the usual savory lauki dishes, it’s time to turn it into a delicious dessert!

Lauki Kheer is a light, creamy, and nutritious pudding that’s perfect for hot days and a guilt-free sweet treat for fitness lovers and diabetics.

🍃 Why You Should Try Lauki Kheer This Summer

🔸Lauki kheer is low in calories and rich in vitamins and fiber.
🔸Helps digestion and supports healthy weight.
🔸Made with milk and natural sweeteners for a light, soothing dessert.
🔸Easier on the stomach than heavy sweets.
🔸Great for a guilt-free treat or adding veggies to your diet.
🔸Helps cool the body, perfect for warm weather.

Ingredients for lauki kheer:

🔸1 medium-sized lauki (bottle gourd), peeled and grated

🔸1 liter full-fat milk (or almond milk for a vegan version)

🔸1/4 cup jaggery or sugar (adjust to taste)

🔸1/4 tsp cardamom powder

🔸5-6 chopped almonds

🔸5-6 chopped cashews

🔸1 tsp ghee (optional)

Step by step Instructions for lauki kheer :

🕒 Prep and Cook Time Breakdown

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Servings: 4

🔺Heat a pan and add 1 tsp ghee.

🔺Add the grated lauki and sauté for 4–5 minutes to remove excess moisture.

🔺Add milk and bring it to a gentle boil.

🔺Stir occasionally and cook until the lauki is tender and the milk reduces slightly (15–20 minutes).

🔺Add jaggery (or sugar) and stir continuously for 2–3 minutes until it dissolves completely.

🔺Avoid adding jaggery when the milk is boiling to prevent curdling.
🔺Mix in cardamom powder and chopped nuts.

🔺Simmer for another 2–3 minutes.

🔺Serve warm or chilled.

Health Benefits of Lauki Kheer:

💙Great for digestion and hydration

💙Low in calories and sugar (when made with jaggery or sugar-free)

💙Suitable for diabetics (if made with stevia or no sugar)

💙Rich in calcium and fiber

Serving Suggestions:

😍Serve chilled for a refreshing summer dessert.

😍Garnish with rose petals or saffron strands for a festive touch.

😍Pair with light lunch or as a post-dinner sweet.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions about lauki kheer)

Q1: Can I make lauki kheer without milk?

🗨️Yes, you can use almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk for a vegan version.

Q2: Can I make this ahead of time?

🗨️Yes! It keeps well in the fridge for 2–3 days. Serve chilled.

Q3: What if my kheer curdles after adding jaggery?

🗨️Make sure to cool the milk slightly before adding jaggery. Alternatively, use jaggery syrup.

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Nutritional Information (Approx. per serving):

🔸 Calories: 180

🔸 Carbohydrates: 20g

🔸Protein: 6g

🔸Fat: 8g

🔸Fiber: 2g

🥄 Tips for Perfect Lauki Kheer Every Time

✨Always sauté the lauki to reduce raw taste.

✨Use thick milk or simmer longer for a richer consistency.

✨For extra flavor, add a few strands of saffron soaked in warm milk.

✨Stir often to prevent burning at the bottom.

🥘 More Delicious Bottle Gourd Recipes to Try

If you enjoyed Lauki Kheer, explore more creative and wholesome ways to use this underrated vegetable:

🔸Lauki Chana Dal – A comforting curry made with lentils and bottle gourd.

🔸Lauki Kofta Curry – Soft lauki balls simmered in a rich tomato-based gravy.

🔸Lauki Thepla – Spiced flatbreads with grated bottle gourd, perfect for light meals.

🔸Lauki Halwa – A festive Indian sweet, rich and flavorful.

🔸Lauki Raita – A cooling and gut-friendly yogurt side.

🔸Lauki Soup – Ideal for detox days and summer hydration.

✅ Conclusion: Lauki Kheer is a hidden gem in Indian cuisine—

Simple, soothing, and surprisingly delicious.If you’re looking for a healthy dessert, a way to use up extra bottle gourd, or something light for summer gatherings, this lauki kheer / bottle gourd pudding ticks all the boxes. With easy ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a creamy, guilt-free treat ready to impress.

Try it today and see how this humble vegetable transforms into something truly delightful!

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