Mango Sandesh (Sondesh) is a delightful Bengali sweet prepared with chena/paneer and fresh mango pulp.
Sandesh is a light, soft dessert that melts in your mouth. It’s particularly popular during Indian festivals such as Navratri (Durga Puja), Poila Baisakh (Bengali New Year), and Diwali, especially in Kolkata, India. With a variety of flavours, each Sandesh has a unique taste and form. The word Sandesh/Sondesh translates to ‘message/news,’ and traditionally, gifting a box of Sandesh symbolizes the sharing of good news or celebrations. Today, I’m sharing the recipe for Mango Sandesh, a seasonal treat.
The foundation of all Sandesh varieties is ‘chena,’ a cheese curd made by curdling milk. The distinct flavours and sweeteners added create the different varieties.
Mango Sandesh is a seasonal dessert, typically available in the summer due to the plentiful supply of fresh mangoes. My Mango Sandesh recipe is quick, simple, and ideal for the summer months when you desire a light, fruity dessert. While traditionally the chena is hand-kneaded to achieve ultra-smoothness, I opt for a food processor for a faster version.
In the summer, I enjoy preparing various mango desserts. Some of the mango recipes I frequently make during the season include Eggless Mango Cake, Mango Mojito, and Stuffed Mango Kulfi. You might also enjoy other mango recipes like Layered Mango Sandesh,
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