

Shondesh SourceĪ relatively dry Bengali Mithai, Shondesh can come in many variants. With this dessert, it is usually difficult to stop after devouring only one. Rajbhog is a close cousin of this famed sweet, with a delicious stuffing in its centre that can be made of dry fruits, saffron, cardamom and so on. One of the most famous Bengali sweets, Roshogolla is a soft round mithai made out of Chhena and dipped into a sugary syrup. For the best experience make sure to have this Bengali sweet chilled and straight from a refrigerator. Another variant of curd is Bhapa Doi which is usually garnished with nuts and make for a delicious finish to any meal. Made with a blend of thick milk and jaggery this is something you simply have to try. One of the most popular and well-known desserts in Bengal is the creamy and delicious Mishti Doi. Here is the list of Bengali sweets that you should try at least once in your life: While some of those quintessentially Bengali recipes and items have now found their way to the rest of the country, there are several Bengali sweets which have not reached their deserved potential and popularity yet. The sweet tooth of Bengalis, as well as the variety of sweets and desserts available in the region, is astounding. West Bengal offers a rich variety of delicacies for every palate.
