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badam and milk

Badam Milk | Popular Indian Almond Milk

Jyoti Behrani
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Badam Milk (Badam Doodh), a popular Indian drink made with almonds, cardamom, and saffron, garnished with nuts. A warm and comforting treat for winter nights!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course beverages
Cuisine Indian
Servings 6
Calories 268 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • ¾ cup raw whole almonds soaked overnight or for at least 4-6 hours
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • ¼ cup sugar or preferred sweetener adjust to taste
  • pinch turmeric powder (optional) for color
  • ½ teaspoon cardamom powder
  • Saffron strands optional
  • Chopped nuts for garnish almonds, pistachios

Instructions
 

  • Peel the soaked almonds. You can do this easily by pressing the almond between your fingers, and the skin should slip off.
  • Blend the peeled almonds with a little milk to form a smooth paste. You can add more milk if needed.
  • Heat the remaining milk in a saucepan. Once it starts to simmer, add the almond paste.
  • Stir well and let it simmer on low heat for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add sugar or preferred sweetener, cardamom powder, a pinch of turmeric (optional), and a few strands of saffron (optional). Adjust the sweetness according to your taste.
  • Continue to simmer for another 5-7 minutes until the badam doodh thickens.
  • Remove from heat. Serve warm or chill in the refrigerator.
  • Before serving, garnish with saffron strands and chopped nuts.
  • Stir well before serving, and enjoy your homemade badam doodh!

Notes

Please refer to the post earlier for the following:
  1. Tips For Creamy Badam Milk
  2. Frequently Asked Questions

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Badam Milk | Popular Indian Almond Milk
Amount per Serving
Calories
268
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
14
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Trans Fat
 
0.003
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Cholesterol
 
20
mg
7
%
Sodium
 
63
mg
3
%
Potassium
 
382
mg
11
%
Carbohydrates
 
28
g
9
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
25
g
28
%
Protein
 
9
g
18
%
Vitamin A
 
264
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
 
0.03
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
251
mg
25
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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