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Khapli Atta Banana Sheera
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Khapli Atta
Banana Sheera: A Comforting Sweet Indulgence

25 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
8
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Khapli Atta Banana Sheera draws from India’s long-standing halwa tradition while reviving the legacy of emmer wheat. Khapli, one of the earliest cultivated grains in India, now accounts for barely 1% of national wheat production and is grown in Maharashtra, Northern Karnataka, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh. Once sidelined due to lower yield and tough husk separation, it is witnessing renewed appreciation for its naturally low glycaemic index, low gluten content and dense nutrition. Aashirvaad Namma Chakki 100% Khapli Atta, when paired with ripe bananas and slow-roasted in ghee, this sheera becomes more than a dessert; it becomes a nourishing seasonal comfort, especially suited for cooler months and festive mornings.

Ingredients

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1 cupAashirvaad Namma Chakki 100% Khapli Atta
½ cupRipe banana puree
½ cupGhee
¾ cupPowdered sugar
2 cupsWarm milk
¼ teaspoonGreen cardamom powder
10–12 piecesChopped cashews
1 tablespoonRaisins

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Step 1: Slow Roast Base

Place a heavy-bottomed kadhai on low heat and add ghee. Once melted, add Aashirvaad Namma Chakki 100% Khapli Atta and begin roasting patiently. Stir continuously to ensure even cooking and prevent scorching at the bottom. The flour will gradually deepen in colour and release a nutty aroma, indicating that the rawness has cooked out and the base is ready.

 

Description - Step 2

Step 2: Blend the banana

Reduce the flame and add the ripe banana puree to the roasted mixture. Stir steadily so the fruit integrates smoothly without forming lumps. As the banana heats, it slightly caramelises and enhances the natural sweetness of the sheera. The mixture will appear thicker and more cohesive at this stage.

 

Description - Step 3

Step 3: Add Warm Milk

Pour warm milk gradually into the pan while stirring continuously. The mixture will loosen initially before absorbing the liquid and thickening again. Maintain a steady flame and keep stirring to achieve a lump-free, silky texture. Cook until the sheera becomes smooth and begins to hold shape.

 

Description - Step 4

Step 4: Sweeten & Flavour

Add powdered sugar and mix thoroughly until dissolved. Stir in green cardamom powder to introduce warmth and aroma. Continue cooking until the mixture starts leaving the sides of the pan, a classic indicator of perfectly prepared sheera.

Description - Step 5

Step 5: Enrich & Finish

Add chopped cashews and raisins directly into the mixture. Allow the residual heat to lightly toast the nuts and plump the raisins. Stir well so the dry fruits distribute evenly throughout the sheera before switching off the flame. Let it rest briefly before serving warm.

 

Step 1
Step 1: Slow Roast Base
10 Minutes
Step 2
Step 2: Blend the banana
3 Minutes
Step 3
Step 3: Add Warm Milk
7 Minutes
Step 4
Step 4: Sweeten & Flavour
3 Minutes
Step 5
Step 5: Enrich & Finish
2 Minutes

Plate it up!

Plating Instructions

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Spoon the warm sheera into a brass or ceramic bowl and smooth the top gently.  

Pairing Instructions

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Serve alongside a small cup of hot masala chai for a traditional touch.  

Garnishing Instructions

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Finish with a few extra toasted cashews and a light dusting of cardamom powder.  

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