Wheat kheer is a traditional dessert usually made for festive fares in Maharashtra called Gavachi Kheer Recipe. Traditionally the Gavachi kheer is made using whole wheat grains which needs advance preparations like soaking and pounding them. This recipe uses whole cracked wheat (wheat daliya) which does not require these preparations and also cooks faster than the whole wheat berries. Gavachi kheer is flavoured with nutmeg and saffron, you may use cardamom. You can enrich the sweet with nuts and dry fruits of your choice. Jaggery imparts its distinct, earthy sweetness to the kheer and is healthier than refined sugar. Wheat Kheer can be served hot or cold and is a great dessert to celebrate festivities with friends and family.

Here are a few more festive recipes to try

1. Aloochi Bhaji Recipe (Maharashtrian Style Colocassia Leaves Curry)
2. Hariyali Pav Bhaji Recipe
3. Kesar Elaichi Shrikand Recipe
4. Red Poha & Flax Seeds Ladoo Recipe