Makhan – Kanha’s Favourite Homemade Makhan

Name: How to Make Makhan – Kanha’s Favourite Homemade Makhan | Easy & Delicious Makhan – Kanha’s Favourite Homemade Makhan Recipe
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: north-indian

#Kj6 :– Janmashtami is incomplete without remembering little Kanha and his timeless love for makkhan. This simple yet soulful Homemade Makhan Mishri is my way of bringing that beautiful tradition to the festive table. Made from fresh cream and served with crunchy mishri, it is creamy, naturally rich and wonderfully nostalgic.For me, this recipe is not just about food—it is about the sweetness of childhood, family traditions and the joy of preparing something special as an offering for Kanha. With just a few simple ingredients, this humble Makkhan Mishri turns into a beautiful Janmashtami prasad that feels truly divine.

prep time 10 Mins

cook time 15 Mins

chef Richa Pathak

Step 1

Collect fresh malai/cream and chill it well.

Step 2

Transfer the cream to a mixer or a large bowl and churn until the butter starts separating from the buttermilk.

Step 3

Add chilled water and continue churning until soft white butter gathers together.

Step 4

Drain the buttermilk and gently wash the butter with cold water 2–3 times until the water runs mostly clear.

Step 5

Gather the butter together and gently squeeze out excess water.

Step 6

Place the fresh makhan in a serving bowl.

Step 7

Top generously with crushed mishri, saffron and pistachios.

Step 8

Serve chilled as Janmashtami prasad.

Calories 150 Kcal

Total Fat 12 g

Carbs 10 g

Protein 1 g

ESSENTIAL ITEMS

500 ml fresh full-fat cream/malai

0.5 cup chilled water

2 tbsp ice-cold water, if required

Recipe by:

Richa Pathak

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