7 Bengali Sweets You Should Definitely Try

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Sondesh is a versatile sweet made from chhena and can be flavored with various ingredients such as rose water, cardamom, or fruits. It's often molded into artistic shapes

Sondesh

Malai Chop consists of deep-fried khoya (reduced milk) balls, soaked in sugar syrup, and is often stuffed with a mixture of khoya and nuts. It boasts a rich and creamy taste

Malai Chop

A sweetened yogurt dessert, Mishti Doi is set in earthen pots, imparting a unique flavor. It's a creamy and delightful treat enjoyed chilled, especially during festivals

Mishti Doi

Oval-shaped, spongy, and syrup-soaked, Cham Cham is made from paneer and often filled with a mixture of khoya (reduced milk) and flavored with cardamom

Cham Cham

Similar to the traditional Rasgulla, Rosogolla has a slight variation in preparation, offering a distinct texture and flavor. Both varieties are widely cherished in Bengal

Rosogolla

A delicate and light sweet made from fresh paneer (chhena), Sandesh comes in various flavors such as saffron, cardamom, and pistachio. It's often garnished with chopped nuts

Sandesh

This sweet vermicelli rice delight hails from Bardhaman and was invented by Late Khettranath during Maharaja Late Mahatabchand Bahadur's reign. Made from cottage cheese, rice flour, and sugar, it resembles a polao and is often paired with small Golab Jamun

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