All You Need to Know about Bengali Sweets

Bengali is often deemed as the sweetest language in the world, owing it its soft sound and beautiful rhythm. So, this shouldn’t come as a surprise that the Bengal region produces some of the best desserts in the world. After all, the sweetness of the language has to pour into its confectioneries, right?

If you want to try out a new form of dessert or want to get acquainted with a dessert that you have not experimented with before, then we highly recommend you treat yourself with Bengali sweets. But, before you do so, let us run you through them by giving you an all-inclusive guide for the same.

An Introduction to Bengal Sweets

Bengali sweets, known as “Mishti”, are an integral element of the Bengali culture. Their rich aroma, distinct texture, and unique flavour elevate them from the rest. The diversity the sweets in Bengal offers will leave you spoiled for choice.

From syrup-soaked delicacies to sweetened yoghurt, the family of Bengali desserts has something for everyone, regardless of their tastes and preferences in sweets. The people of Bengal have for years sourced local ingredients and experimented with them to produce the best results in the culinary world of desserts. The result? An array of mouthwatering sweets that has the power to bring a smile to anyone.

Popular Bengali Sweets

Bengali sweets have become the face of eastern India, introducing one after another gem to the world. From simple puddings to complex confections, they have it all under their umbrella. Let us introduce you to some of the most popular Bengali sweets.

Rasgulla

Rasgullas represent the core of Bengali sweets. In its preparation, cottage cheese is separated from whey. Once it has dried, it is formed into little balls and dipped in sugar syrup. These spongy balls are always the introduction to Bengali sweets.

Sandesh

Sandesh is a molded confection and comes in varied shapes and sizes. Prepared from fresh cottage cheese and sugar, it offers a gratifying experience with each bite.

Mishti Doi

Simplicity is the best style, and this saying is reflected in none more than Mishti Doi, which is basically sweetened yoghurt. In its preparation, the cream is boiled down, the sugar is caramelised, and the yoghurt promotes the culture’s growth. This dessert has several religious significances as well and is considered extremely pious.

Chaler Payesh

A staple at every Bengali birthday celebration, Chaler Payesh is the delicious creamy rice pudding garnished with nuts and cardamon and has the power to win hearts and accolades from everyone.

Pathishapta

A seasonal favourite, Pathishapta is a rolled pancake which is filled with a mouthwatering concoction of coconut, jaggery, cardamon, and dry fruits. The recipe of this sweet snack is passed from generation to generation.

How are Bengali Sweets Different from Other Indian Sweets?

Bengali sweets set themselves apart from other sweets due to their minute and detailed emphasis on milk, and in certain cases, one specific form of jaggery known as Nolen Gur. You will notice the rampant and smart use of varied milk-based products such as cream, cottage cheese, and fresh curd cheese, among others, in the preparation of Bengali sweets.

Another notable feature of Bengali sweets is how easily and quickly they melt in your mouth. Their unique consistency and a tendency to focus on subtle sweetness make them universally beloved. You can never have enough of them.

Bengali Sweets in Dubai

We are certain that after going through that delectable description, you must be drooling over Bengali sweets. Thankfully, you don’t have to travel to Bengal to experience the magic of their desserts. Dubai is one of the most well-known cosmopolitan cities in the world and has a huge chunk of the Bengali population who have brought with them their culinary flavours to the city.

The cultural diaspora has allowed the people of Dubai to embrace Bengali cuisines, especially its desserts and has in the process made them heavily popular with both Bengalis and non-Bengalis. We at MyGovindas have, over the years, crafted the skills of replicating the authentic recipes of Bengali sweets to make them available for the people of Dubai because everyone needs to experience the heavenly pleasure of these culinary works of art.

Try out our Rasgulla, made of fluffy and soft cottage cheese balls that are dipped in sugar syrup. You can also try our Malai Sandwich, made of milk, cottage cheese, and Khoya. Not only is this a mouthwatering dessert, but it can also serve as a snack as it fills you up.

Get a platter of Angoori Rasmalai, which are made of soft, fluffy, and small cottage cheese balls that are dipped in saffron milk. In the same family is the Rasbhari, which are soft, fluffy, and small cottage cheese balls that are dipped in milk. And who can resist the Kesar Rasmalai, made of flattened cheese balls dumplings which are soaked in thick and sweetened milk, infused with the aroma of saffron.

Another crowd favourite is the Chena Toast, which is made with cottage cheese that is hard roasted like bread and dipped in sugar syrup before being garnished with milk flakes. Pakija, which are round-shaped bun sweets filled with milk cream, make for adorable gift options during festivities. Rasmadhuri are also extremely popular. These are made with cottage cheese and are known for their unique flavours and creamy textures.

We also serve the iconic Cham Cham, which is a kid favourite because of its spongy texture. You can’t have a menu of Bengali desserts without including Malai Chap, which is made of cottage cheese and topped with cream. People who enjoy Malai Chap will also enjoy our Malai Roll, which is made with cottage cheese, dipped in milk, and rolled in milk Lachha.

Every wedding celebration feast in a Bengali household has to have Rajbhog. If you are hosting a wedding, we can get our Rajbhog delivery on point. Malai Rabri Cup is a beloved dessert made of cream, condensed milk, and dry fruits, and it is something that is very popular in summer. It's another variant – Angoori Rabri Cup – has grape-sized cottage cheese balls which are dunked in thick creamy milk.

Our pure veg Indian restaurants in Dubai are spread all across the corners of the city so that you can have access to Bengali sweets to celebrate any big day or event with your loved ones. From Karama to Silicon Oasis, from Jumeirah Lake Towers to Arjan, you will find us everywhere in the emirate.

Bengali Sweets Online

Don’t want to step out but still craving the irresistible Bengali sweets? Don’t worry! We have got you covered. With our online order option, you can order your favourite Bengali sweets from the comfort of your home. Before you know it, we will get them delivered to your doorstep.

So, whether you have unexpected guests at home whom you want to treat with Bengali sweets or want to indulge in a self-pampering session by getting Bengali desserts for yourself, we at MyGovindas are always at your service.

Discover Authentic Flavours of Bengali Sweets at Our Restaurants

Bengali sweets have the power to rejuvenate you from within. They evoke the emotions of pride and happiness. Our chefs have crafted the art of presenting the nostalgic cooking process of Bengali sweets.

As such, with each bite of the sweets from our Indian sweet shop in Dubai, you will be transported to the mesmerising lanes of Bengal. Come and treat yourself and your loved ones to this supreme legacy of dessert and enrich your taste buds with a profound experience.