This Vrat Friendly Fruit Custard is where nourishment meets quiet indulgence. Made with soaked makhana, cashews, and saffron-infused milk, it blends into a naturally creamy base that feels light yet satisfying. Sweetened gently with honey and finished with fresh, vibrant fruits, every spoonful is cooling, easy on the gut, and deeply comforting.
| Course | Dessert |
| Servings | 4 persons |
| Preparation Time | 30 minutes |
| Cook Time | 10 minutes plus 2 hours chill time |
Ingredients for the Fruit Custard(1 cup=200 ml, 1 tbsp=15 ml) |
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| 2/3 cup | Makhana / foxnuts (dry roasted) |
| 1/3 cup | Cashews |
| 8 – 9 strands | Kesar / saffron |
| 1.5 cups | Warm milk (soak all the above ingredients for 20 – 30 minutes) |
| ½ tsp | Cardamom powder |
| 1.5 tbsp | Honey |
| 1 cup | Fruits of choice (green grapes, chikoo, banana, pomegranate, apple) |
Instructions for the Fruit Custard |
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| 1. | Soak makhana, cashews, saffron, and warm milk together for 20-30 minutes |
| 2. | Blend well into a smooth custard consistency and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes |
| 3. | Add cardamom powder and honey to the chilled custard and mix well. |
| 4. | Add chopped fruits to a serving bowl. |
| 5. | Pour the chilled custard over the fruits. |
| 6. |
Serve chilled and enjoy your guilt-free festive fruit custard. |
