Chhanar Payesh
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Chhanar Payesh is a majestic, delicate, and profoundly aromatic traditional Bengali sweet made from cottage cheese pearls, uniquely celebrated for its creamy texture and intense milky profile. This recipe features specifically prepared tiny hand-rolled chenna balls simmered in reduced, sweetened milk flavored with cardamom and saffron. Known for its sophisticated flavor layers and status as a premier festive dessert in traditional East Indian dining, it represents the soulful heart of heritage vegetarian confectionery. The taste is intensely sweet and velvety, with the chopped nuts Providing a unique professional-grade crunchy lift. Best enjoyed chilled. A Mandatory centerpiece for the grand Durga Puja feasts.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
Tips & Secrets
- Using high-fat buffalo milk provides the most professional-grade thick and creamy base.
- Ensuring the chenna pearls are small and uniform provides the absolute secret to a superior mouthfeel.
- The addition of a little condensed milk provides the essential professional-grade rich sweetness and depth.
- Always serve chilled specifically to ensure the signature professional-grade refreshing milk-solid experience.
Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (150g))
280 kcal
9g
14g
30g
Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.