In this post, I’ll show you step by step how to make Aval Kesari easily at home. You can use either white poha or red poha for this recipe. With just a few ingredients, you’ll have a melt-in-the-mouth sweet that’s ideal for festive occasions or as a quick dessert anytime.

Celebrate Krishna Jayanthi / Gokulashtami with this delicious Aval Kesari (Poha Kesari) – a traditional sweet made with flattened rice, saffron, and ghee. Aval is considered very special for Lord Krishna, making this recipe a perfect offering during the festival.

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🍽️ Aval Kesari Recipe | Poha Kesari | Flattened Rice Kesari

✨ Ingredients

• 1 cup thick aval (poha/flattened rice) – red aval can also be used
• 2 cups water
• ¾ to 1 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
• 2 tbsp ghee (divided)
• 1 tbsp cashew nuts
• 1 tbsp raisins
• A few saffron strands (soaked in hot milk)
• ¼ tsp cardamom powder
• A pinch of yellow food color (optional)

📝 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Heat 1 tsp ghee in a pan, roast the aval until crisp, and set aside to cool slightly.
2. Once cooled, grind the roasted aval to a coarse rava/sooji-like texture (do not make it fine).
3. Heat 2 cups of water in a pan, bring it to a boil, and add the ground aval. Stir well to avoid lumps.
4. Cook until the aval absorbs all the water.
5. Add sugar, mix well, and then add saffron milk, cardamom powder, and food color (if using). Stir everything thoroughly.
6. Add 1 tsp of ghee, cook for 2–3 minutes on medium flame until the sugar melts and combines well.
7. In a separate pan, heat 1 tbsp ghee, roast cashews and raisins until golden, and add them to the kesari.
8. Mix well, switch off the stove, and let it rest. It will thicken as it cools.
9. Serve warm or at room temperature.