World Milk Day is an international day established by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to recognise the importance of milk as a global food. 

Milk is an integral part of our diet, particularly in India. It can be consumed in several ways, including as a raw beverage or mixed with coffee or other flavours.

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To celebrate this delicious day, here’s a list of milk dishes you can try out-

1. Rasmalai

This Bengali delicacy is made with rasgulla (sweetened paneer balls) soaked in sweetened, thickened milk scented with cardamom and saffron. As a result, you get a creamy, dreamy dessert that melts in your mouth. Even if you make them entirely from scratch, making rasmalai at home is not difficult.

2. Kheer

Rice Kheer, also known as Indian Rice Pudding, is a creamy and aromatic Indian dessert made with simple ingredients that every Indian grew up eating. The fine layer of flavours, the appropriate hint of saffron and cardamom perfume, and the uncomplicated air surrounding rice kheer are just a few of the reasons why this pudding has become an Indian festive favourite dessert.

It’s the perfect way to end an Indian meal, flavoured with cardamom, nuts, and rose water. The best part is that you can have it hot or cold depending on your preference.

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3. Paneer payesh

Paneer payesh is a delectable Indian dessert made with paneer (cottage cheese) and milk. It’s a gluten-free milk pudding with saffron and cardamom flavours. You’ll be surprised to learn that this paneer ki kheer only requires 5 ingredients. The goodness of dry fruits combined with milk creates a delectable dish.

It is a no-fuss, quick-to-prepare, and guaranteed delicious dessert recipe made without condensed milk.

4.Rabri

Rabdi, also known as rabri, is a rich, creamy, and perfectly sweet North Indian treat. To make rabri, milk is reduced to a thick pudding-like consistency before being flavoured with cardamoms, saffron, and your favourite nuts and dried fruits.

Each bite is a delectable combination of sweet flavours and textures that keeps you coming back for more. This rabri recipe takes some time to prepare, but the steps are straightforward.

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5. Almond milk thandai

All we want to do in the summer is drink cold beverages. It would also be incorrect to discuss desi drinks (made with milk) without mentioning thandai. Almond milk thandai is a refreshing spiced and flavoured milk. As the name implies, this thandai immediately cools you down and is an excellent summer drink.

6. Milk cake

Milk Cake is a 4-ingredient Indian sweet (mithai) that originated in Alwar, Rajasthan. It is popular throughout India and is loved by people of all ages.

It’s made with milk, sugar, and cardamom powder. This is ideal for special occasions. It’s buttery, rich, and so delicious that a slice won’t suffice to satisfy your sweet tooth. Milk cake melts in your mouth and pairs well with a hot cup of tea in the evening.

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7. Sewai

Sewai is a light Indian dessert that is traditionally served at festivals and dinner parties. This delectable dessert is ready in 30 minutes. It is high in proteins, fibre, and carbohydrates, which keep you feeling active throughout the day.