Archana Doshi

Thick, Silky-Smooth Saffron Yogurt Dessert with Cardamom

Kesar Shrikhand

Preparation info
  • Yield:

    6 to 8

    servings
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Everyday Indian from Archana’s Kitchen: 100 Simple Recipes for Busy Home Cooks
Everyday Indian from Archana’s Kitchen

By Archana Doshi

Published 2026

  • About

A classic Maharashtrian and Gujarati dessert, Kesar Shrikhand is a silky, thick, and sweetened yogurt delicacy flavored with saffron, cardamom, and nuts. It is light yet indulgent, often served as a festive dessert. I love how it pairs beautifully with puris, making it a traditional favorite for celebrations!

Ingredients

  • 4 cups plain yogurt
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 large pinch

Method

To make the hung yogurt: Line a strainer with a clean muslin cloth. Place the strainer over a deep bowl. Pour the yogurt into the bowl and bring the edges of the cloth up and tie them lightly to keep the curd from overflowing. Gently press and let the whey water drip out.

Keep the bowl set up in the refrigerator for about 15 hours, so most of the whey drips and collects in the bo