Bengal is famous for its Sandesh, a sweet delicacy made from a soft, moist chhena base and subtle sweetness. Here are 5 traditional sandesh recipes perfect for any celebration that you can easily make at home.
A winter-only sandesh recipe that uses fresh chhena and nolen gur (date palm jaggery). The caramel-like taste and softness of the sweet make it a favorite in all Bengali homes during holiday seasons.
Kesar sandesh is made using a combination of smooth chhena, saffron milk, and sugar. The mild aroma and golden color of kesar sandesh make it a wonderful dessert for any festive dessert platter.
Chocolate sandesh is a new twist on traditional sweets. Chocolate sandesh is made with cocoa and fresh chhena and is a very rich yet light dessert. It is also a great dessert for children.
Pista sandesh is made using finely-ground pistachios combined with chhena to create a tasty, nutty, mildly sweet dessert that can be shaped into elegant festive molds.
Mango sandesh is a fresh variation of traditional sandesh that is made using fresh ripe mango pulp combined with chhena to create a fruity dessert.