Festive Recipes for Christmas & New Year – Celebrate the Season with Arna Dairy

The holiday season is here — a time for family tables, winter flavours, and recipes that bring everyone together.
And nothing elevates festive cooking like pure, rich milk, fresh paneer, and golden ghee. 

Whether you’re hosting a Christmas dinner, planning New Year’s Eve snacks, or simply enjoying winter evenings at home, these Arna-style dairy recipes add warmth, flavour, and comfort to the season. 

Here are 5 easy, high-impact festive recipes using everyday dairy — each one perfect for a cozy December celebration. 

 

  1. Hot Saffron Milk (Winter Comfort Drink)

A soothing, aromatic drink that feels like a winter hug in a cup. 

Ingredients: 

  • Arna milk 
  • Saffron strands 
  • Cardamom 
  • Almond slivers 
  • Jaggery or sugar 

Method: 

  1. Warm milk on low flame. 
  1. Add saffron and cardamom. 
  1. Sweeten lightly and simmer. 
  1. Top with nuts and serve hot. 

Perfect for:
Christmas evenings, post-dinner calm, New Year mornings. 

 

  1. Ghee-Roasted Paneer Bites (The 10-Minute Party Starter)

Golden, crispy, flavour-packed — and shockingly easy. 

Ingredients: 

  • Arna paneer (cut into cubes) 
  • Arna ghee 
  • Red chilli 
  • Pepper 
  • Garlic 
  • Lemon 

Method: 

  1. Heat ghee in a pan. 
  1. Toss paneer cubes with spices. 
  1. Roast on high flame till golden. 
  1. Finish with a squeeze of lemon. 

Perfect for:
House parties, last-minute guests, kids’ snack platters. 

 

  1. Christmas Special: Classic Rice Kheer

A creamy, festive favourite for generations. 

Ingredients: 

  • Arna milk 
  • Rice 
  • Sugar 
  • Cardamom 
  • Nuts 
  • A little ghee 

Method: 

  1. Slow-cook rice in milk until creamy. 
  1. Add sugar, ghee, and flavourings. 
  1. Cook till it reaches velvety consistency. 

Perfect for:
Christmas dinners, office potlucks, festive gifting. 

 

  1. Paneer Stuffed Parathas (Hearty Winter Brunch)

Comforting, filling, and perfect for cold December mornings. 

Ingredients: 

  • Arna paneer (grated) 
  • Atta 
  • Green chillies 
  • Ginger 
  • Ghee for roasting 

Method: 

  1. Prepare dough. 
  1. Stuff with seasoned paneer. 
  1. Roast on tawa with ghee. 

Perfect for:
Family brunches, lazy Sunday meals, winter breakfasts. 

 

  1. New Year Dessert: Ghee-Toasted Bread Pudding

Old-school, rich, and made special with aromatic ghee. 

Ingredients: 

  • Arna milk 
  • Bread slices 
  • Arna ghee 
  • Nuts 
  • Cinnamon 

Method: 

  1. Toast bread in ghee until crisp. 
  1. Layer in a tray and pour warm sweetened milk. 
  1. Bake until it thickens and caramelises. 

Perfect for:
New Year’s Eve dinners, midnight dessert cravings. 

 

Why Dairy Makes Festive Cooking Better 

The winter holiday season is the best time to enjoy dairy because: 

  • richer milk enhances desserts 
  • ghee boosts immunity and digestion 
  • paneer offers healthy protein for party menus 
  • warm dairy drinks soothe the body in cold weather 

And when the dairy is pure, preservative-free, and naturally rich, the recipes shine even more. 

 

Cooking With Arna: Pure Ingredients, Pure Flavour 

Arna’s milk, paneer, and ghee retain their natural nutrition and taste because they come from ethical dairy practices, transparent testing, and a protected cold chain.
This means: 

  • no preservatives 
  • no adulterants 
  • no shortcuts 
  • full natural nutrition 

Exactly what festive food deserves. 

 

Make This Festive Season Warm, Wholesome & Delicious 

Whether you’re preparing a winter drink, a festive dessert, or a party starter, dairy brings warmth and richness to every celebration. 

With Arna’s farm-fresh purity, your Christmas and New Year recipes become more than food —
they become memories shared with the people you love. 

 

About Arna Dairy 

Established in 1940 as Pankaj Dairy, Arna Dairy Farm Private Limited is Bangalore’s oldest family-run dairy, proudly rooted in Karnataka. With over 85 years of heritage, Arna stands for purity, ethics, and community care. Supplying fresh dairy products to thousands of households and premium hospitality brands, Arna Dairy works with 17,000 farmers across Hassan, Chikmagaluru, and Shivamogga to deliver high-quality milk with a promise of trust and transparency. 

Contact Arna Dairy
📍 Registered Office:  SY NO-80/3, Kyalasanahalli , Hennur Airport Road, Bangalore, Karnataka – 560077, India
📧 Email: info@arnadairy.in 

 

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