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    10+ Indian Desserts Recipes in Instant Pot

    Published: Apr 12, 2022 · Modified: May 24, 2022 by Shilpa · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

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    • Kheer recipes in Instant Pot
    • Halwa recipes in Instant Pot
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    Making Indian desserts in Instant Pot

    Here is my collection of the best Indian dessert recipes made in an Instant Pot. Making desserts in Instant Pot is a great way of saving time and energy, yet getting the perfect result that tastes just like the authentic ones. Some elaborate Indian desserts that need hours of stirring and monitoring can be made very easily in the Instant Pot.

    I love the use of Instant Pot to make desserts as it cuts down the cooking time immensely. I don't have to monitor or keep stirring a halwa to get the perfect taste and texture.

    This collection will keep growing as I cook up more delicious desserts. Each recipe here is tried and tested and includes all the tips and tricks you need to make them perfect in the first go.

    Click here to read more on the use of Instant Pot in Indian cooking and my collection of Indian rice recipes in Instant Pot.

    collection of indian desserts made in instant pot.

    Kheer recipes in Instant Pot

    The word kheer comes from the Sanskrit word kshirika, which means made with milk. It has been mentioned in the Ayurveda and is known to be a part of ancient Indian food. Its first mention was not as a rice pudding but actually made with jowar (sorghum) and milk. Millets were commonly used back in the early 14th century and the millet pudding was sweetened with fruits or jaggery.

    Also called payasam, payesh, payas, or payasa, every state in India has its own version and is also be made of vermicelli or millets. Payas is considered auspicious and is also associated with annaprasana (infant's weaning ritual).

    This sweet treat became widely popular once it was being served as prasada in temples. The white color (shwet) of this dish is associated with purity and is often a part of festivals and celebrations.

    Here are some delicious payasam recipes that can be made in the IP in a breeze.

    Instant Pot kheer.
    Instant Pot Kheer
    Kheer is a rich and creamy rice pudding made with three main ingredients - rice, milk, and sugar. Making it with an Instant Pot is very easy. It is ready in 20 minutes (with less than 5 minutes of hands-on time).
    Check out this recipe
    semiya payasam
    Semiya Payasam / Vermicelli Kheer (Instant Pot)
    Easy, delicious, and fuss-free semiya payasam made in an Instant Pot. This easy version of authentic vermicelli kheer is dump-and-go, ready in 20 minutes, and needs no monitoring. Perfect for festivals and gatherings.
    Check out this recipe
    lentils payasam.
    Moong Dal Payasam (Instant Pot)
    Moong dal payasam or kheer is an easy and delicious South Indian sweet dish made with petite yellow lentils. This traditional dish is made with coconut milk and sweetened using jaggery.
    Check out this recipe
    sabudana kheer.
    Sabudana Kheer / Tapioca Pudding in Instant Pot
    Sabudana kheer or payasam is a delicious pudding made using tapioca pearls. Also known as javvarasi payasam, this smooth and luscious dessert is naturally gluten-free and a popular vrat/fasting food.
    Check out this recipe
    rice chana dal kheer.
    Chana Dal Payasam (Instant Pot)
    Easy, delicious, and healthy chana dal payasam is made using Bengal gram, rice, and jaggery. This refined sugar-free sweet is perfect for festivals and celebrations. Making it in the Instant Pot saves time and gives perfect taste and texture.
    Check out this recipe

    Halwa recipes in Instant Pot

    Halwa is dense, sweet confections that are popular across India. They are prepared both for festivals and for day-to-day dessert cravings. It originates from the Middle East and is derived from the Arabic word 'Hulw' which means sweetmeat.

    Despite its origin, it is loved by us Indians immensely. Halwa is usually made by simmering something in milk - it could be a grain, fruit, or a vegetable. An all-time favorite for Indians is gajar ka halva (made with grated carrots). You will mostly find halwa garnished with nuts and raisins that are fried in ghee.

    Here are some halwa recipes made in the Instant Pot, which would rather take hours to cook on the stovetop.

    Top view of almond halwa.
    Instant Pot Badam Halwa (with almond meal)
    Badam halwa or almond halwa is a rich and decadent dessert made with almonds, milk, sugar. Traditionally, it is made by soaking, peeling, and grinding the almonds which are then slow-cooked for at least an hour. In this recipe, I am sharing an easy fuss-free method of making this indulgent halwa using a shortcut method (Instant Pot) and a shortcut ingredient (almond meal).
    Check out this recipe
    moong dal halwa
    Moong Dal Halwa in Instant Pot
    Moong dal halwa is a decadent dessert made with split mung bean (or petite yellow lentils), sugar, and ghee. Rich and warm halwa with ghee oozing from the sides and topped with nuts is perfect for your celebrations and festivals like Diwali.
    Check out this recipe
    Beetroot halwa.
    Beetroot Carrot Halwa in Instant Pot
    Beetroot carrot halwa is a delicious and healthy Indian dessert made with grated beetroot and carrots. This is a combination of carrot halwa and beetroot halwa which are very popular halwa varieties. Adding both these vegetables to the halwa not only makes it healthier but also more delicious. This easy Instant Pot version is ready in 30 minutes and gives great results.
    Check out this recipe

    More Instant Pot Desserts

    Here are some more unique and delicious Indian desserts made in the Instant Pot.

    meethi semiya.
    Meethi Seviyan / Sweet Vermicelli (Instant Pot)
    Rich, decadent, and easy-to-make meethi semiya is made with vermicelli, sugar, and ghee. This delicious dish is topped with nuts and flavored with cardamom and saffron. This popular Awadhi dessert is perfect for celebrations and festivals.
    Check out this recipe
    sweet pongal.
    Sweet Pongal / Temple-style Sakkarai Pongal (Instant Pot)
    Sweet Pongal is a refined-sugar-free dessert made using rice, moong dal, and jaggery as the main ingredients. This South Indian dish is an integral part of festivals like Makara Sankranti and Navratri. Make authentic temple-style sakkarai Pongal in the Instant Pot with this easy recipe.
    Check out this recipe

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    1. Jacqui says

      April 23, 2022 at 1:50 pm

      Fantastic recipes! Perfect for anyone with an instant pot

    2. Anaiah says

      April 24, 2022 at 6:58 am

      All of these Indian desserts sound amazing and I'm excited to put my Instant Pot to use with these recipes. This is a wonderful collection!

    3. Katie says

      April 24, 2022 at 4:37 pm

      Love how I can find all these Indian dessert recipes in one place! I can't wait to try them all!

    4. nancy says

      April 25, 2022 at 3:28 pm

      i'll be diving in these recipes !! they all sound amazing

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