West Bengal is known as the sweet corner of India, and why you may ask? It's because a lot of the popular sweet dishes come from WB and the wide variety and the different flavours and textures and of course the quality is immaculate. Here are 10 Bengali sweets you must try.
This spongy delight can be found in every restaurant that has sweet options. Dipped in a syrup of jaggery and cardamom, the chenna ball is soft and is topped off with malai for a creamy delight
This crunchy pastry is fried filled with Mawa and nuts and finally coated with sugar syrup. It is made on special occasions like makar Sankranti. In Bengali 'Labongo' means Clove/Lavang.
This spongy and sweet dish is a light and delectable way to celebrate any occasion. Made with chenna and dipped in sweet syrup, it is known throughout the country.
This is a unique variation of Gulab jamun as instead of small round balls they are made of cylindrical shape and were made in honour of Lady Canning, the wife of Charles Canning, governor in colonial India.
This creamy delight is a staple in north Indian families during gatherings and parties as dessert. Also known as rice pudding and kheer, this is made with milk, sugar and jaggery.
Any auspicious day must be celebrated with a cup of payesh made with vermicelli sugar, ghee, cardamom, bay leaf, dry fruits, and nuts. This creamy delight is loved by everyone and is a great addition to any kind of serving.