High Protein Classic Bengali Sandesh

Elevate your dessert game with this High Protein Classic Bengali Sandesh, a nutritious twist on a beloved Indian sweet! Crafted with creamy paneer, fresh chenna, and a subtle touch of fragrant cardamom, this traditional delicacy is enriched with unsweetened protein powder, making it a guilt-free treat for fitness enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike. Sweetened with sugar or your preferred substitute, this protein-packed Sandesh is delicately garnished with saffron threads and sliced almonds or pistachios for a royal finish. Ready in under an hour, this no-bake dessert is perfect for festive occasions or as a wholesome post-workout indulgence. Whether enjoyed fresh or chilled, it promises a silky, melt-in-your-mouth experience with every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1000 ml Full-fat milk
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 200 grams Paneer or cottage cheese
• 50 grams Protein powder (unsweetened, preferably whey or plant-based)
• 100 grams Sugar or sugar substitute
• 1 tsp Green cardamom powder
• 2 tbsp Sliced almonds or pistachios
• 1 pinch Saffron strands

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing chenna (fresh curds) from milk. Boil the milk in a heavy-bottomed pan. Once it comes to a rolling boil, reduce the heat and add the lemon juice gradually while stirring continuously until the milk curdles.

Step 2

Turn off the heat and let it sit for a minute. Strain it through a muslin cloth or a fine sieve, collecting the curds. Rinse under cold water to remove the lemony flavor and hang the cloth for about 10 minutes to drain excess water.

Step 3

While the chenna drains, finely crumble the paneer with your hands until smooth. This step ensures a fine texture for the Sandesh.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled paneer with the prepared chenna, sugar, protein powder, and cardamom powder. Mix well until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

Step 5

Transfer this mixture to a heavy-bottomed non-stick pan and cook over low heat while stirring continuously. This will help the mixture to thicken slightly. Cook for about 10-12 minutes until the mixture leaves the sides of the pan.

Step 6

Remove from heat and let it cool slightly until it's warm enough to handle.

Step 7

Knead the warm mixture to make it smooth and pliable. Divide into equal portions and shape them into small balls or flatten slightly to make discs.

Step 8

Garnish each Sandesh with a slice of almond or pistachio and a saffron strand pressed lightly into the top.

Step 9

Allow the Sandesh to cool completely and set before serving. It can be enjoyed fresh or refrigerated for later consumption.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1427.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1839.8

Total Fat 84.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 244.1mg	0%
Sodium 537.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 164.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 156.2g
Protein 115.3g	0%

Vitamin D 453.8IU	0%
Calcium 1900.7mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 2264.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.4%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 35.1%