Alongside its popularity as a dessert item, kheer is also associated with Prasad/Bhog in Hindu temples or festivals, as per legend.
Chhath Puja will fall on 10th November this year - the day before the puja is called Kharna. Here is a traditional Kharna Prasad recipe you can make to complete your Chhath special feast.
This festival is also referred to as Pratihar, Dala Chhath, Chhathi and Surya Shashthi.