Khoa Kheerer Sandesh | Best Bengali Sweets | Traditional Bengali Sweets | Nababarsho Special Recipe

khoa

🥗Healthier: paneer

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Paneer is lower in fat than khoa, while the milk and vinegar combination is more accessible.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Honey provides natural sweetness, while jaggery is a traditional sweetener in Indian desserts.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: cashews

Walnuts are a healthier nut option, and cashews are often more affordable.

rose water

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Orange blossom water offers a floral note, while vanilla is a common substitute.

Prepare the khoa by simmering milk until thickened and reduced.

Allow the khoa to cool to room temperature.

Mix the cooled khoa with sugar and cardamom until well combined.

Add rose water and saffron to the mixture and stir well.

Grease a flat plate or tray with ghee.

Spread the mixture evenly on the greased plate.

Allow the mixture to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes.

Cut the set mixture into desired shapes or pieces.

Garnish with chopped pistachios and almonds before serving.

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