🥣 Chhanar Payesh Recipe | A Bengali Sweet with Param Dairy

A traditional Bengali dessert made with fresh chhana, creamy milk and the delicate aroma of cardamom. 💙

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 litre Param Full Cream Milk

• 200 g fresh chhana (homemade cottage cheese)

• 4–5 tbsp sugar, as per taste

• 2–3 green cardamom pods, powdered

• 8–10 cashews and almonds, chopped

• 1 tbsp raisins

• A few strands of saffron (optional)

👩🍳 Easy Recipe

Step 1: Boil the Milk
Heat Param Milk in a heavy-bottomed pan. Bring it to a boil, then simmer on low heat until it reduces slightly. Stir regularly.

Step 2: Prepare the Chhana
Crumble the fresh chhana gently into small, soft pieces.

Step 3: Add the Sweetness
Add sugar to the reduced milk and stir until completely dissolved.

Step 4: Add the Chhana
Slowly add the crumbled chhana to the milk. Simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, stirring carefully.

Step 5: Add the Flavour
Mix in cardamom powder, chopped nuts, raisins and saffron, if using.

Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
Allow the payesh to cool. Refrigerate for a chilled, creamy dessert, or serve slightly warm.

💙 Param Dairy Tip

Use fresh chhana and rich Param Milk for a creamy texture and authentic Bengali-inspired flavour.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25–30 minutes
Serves: 4

✨ A Sweet Taste of Bengal

From the richness of milk to the softness of chhana, every spoonful celebrates the timeless flavours of Bengali tradition.

PARAM Dairy — Swaad Bhi, Sehat Bhi!