Badam Milk

Name: How to Make Badam Milk | Easy & Delicious Badam Milk Recipe
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: indian

Badam Milk is a traditional Indian beverage made with almonds, milk, saffron, and mild spices. It is creamy, aromatic, and loaded with nutrients—served either warm as a soothing bedtime drink or chilled as a festive treat.

prep time 15 Mins

cook time 10 Mins

chef Ankita Singh

Badam Milk, also known as Badam Doodh, is one of the most loved traditional Indian drinks, often prepared during festivals, special occasions, or simply as a nourishing tonic. Almonds (badam) are soaked, peeled, and ground into a smooth paste, then simmered with milk, saffron, and cardamom. This gives the drink its rich, nutty flavor and a beautiful golden hue.

Almonds are a powerhouse of nutrients—rich in healthy fats, protein, vitamin E, and antioxidants. Combined with milk, they make the drink highly nutritious, improving energy, digestion, skin health, and overall immunity. Saffron not only adds a royal touch but also enhances aroma and color.

Badam Milk is versatile—it can be served hot in winters to comfort the body or chilled in summers as a refreshing drink. In many households, it is also given to children for growth and to adults as a natural energy booster.

Step 1

Soak & Peel Almonds:
Soak almonds overnight (or for 2–3 hours in hot water). Peel off the skins.

Step 2

Make Almond Paste:
Grind peeled almonds with a little milk into a smooth paste.

Step 3

Heat Milk:
Bring milk to a boil in a pan. Simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add Almond Paste:
Stir in the almond paste slowly, mixing well to avoid lumps. Cook for 2–3 minutes.

Step 5

Flavor:
Add saffron-infused milk, cardamom powder, and sugar. Stir well. Simmer for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Serve:
Pour into cups. Garnish with chopped nuts. Serve hot or chilled.

Tips and Tricks

For a quick version, grind almonds with a little warm water without soaking, though soaking makes them softer and more digestible.
Adjust sugar as per preference, or replace with honey/jaggery for a healthier option.
Use full cream milk for richness, or toned/skimmed milk for a lighter version.
Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth, especially in winters.
For summer, chill the milk after preparation and serve cold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, almond powder can be added directly, but freshly ground soaked almonds taste creamier.

Yes, it’s excellent for children’s growth, memory, and immunity. Just reduce saffron for very young kids.

Yes, replace dairy milk with almond milk or oat milk, though it will be lighter in texture.

It stays good for up to 1 day in the refrigerator. Reheat before serving if you want it warm.

Calories 220 Kcal

Total Fat 12 g

Carbs 22 g

Protein 8 g

ESSENTIAL ITEMS

2 cups Milk

18 peeled Almonds (badam)

2 tbsp Sugar

2 piece Saffron strands

1 tbsp Honey or maple syrup

0.25 tbsp Cardamom powder

OPTIONAL

1 tbsp Chopped pistachios or almonds

Recipe by:

Ankita Singh

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