๐ฅ Rasgulla Recipe | Soft & Spongy Bengali Rasgulla at Home
Light, Spongy, and Soaked in Syrup – A Classic Indian Dessert Made from Scratch!
Rasgulla (Rosogolla) is a beloved Bengali sweet made from fresh chenna (curdled milk solids) cooked in a light sugar syrup until soft and spongy. This melt-in-your-mouth dessert is perfect for festivals, celebrations, or after-meal indulgence. Learn how to make perfect white rasgullas at home using just a few basic ingredients and some expert tips.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Rasgulla Recipe
- ๐ง Made from scratch using homemade chenna
- ๐ฆ Soft, juicy, and spongy every time
- ๐ฌ Cooked in a light sugar syrup – no need for heavy cream
- ๐ช Perfect for Diwali, Durga Puja, Holi, or any festive occasion
- ๐ฑ Vegetarian, light, and made without flour or eggs
๐ Ingredients (Makes 12–14 rasgullas)
For Chenna (Fresh Paneer):
- 1 liter full-fat milk
- 2 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar (diluted with 2 tbsp water)
- Ice cubes or cold water, to stop cooking
For Sugar Syrup:
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 4 cups water
- 1–2 cardamom pods (optional)
- Few drops of rose water or keora water (optional)
๐ฝ️ Instructions
Step 1: Make the Chenna (Fresh Paneer)
- Boil milk in a heavy-bottomed pan. Once it comes to a boil, turn off the heat.
- Slowly add diluted lemon juice while stirring. The milk will curdle.
- When whey separates, strain using a muslin cloth or cheesecloth.
- Rinse under cold water to remove lemony smell.
- Squeeze gently and hang the cloth for 30–45 minutes to drain excess water.
Chenna should be moist but not watery.
Step 2: Knead the Chenna
- Place chenna on a plate and knead with the heel of your palm for 8–10 minutes.
- When smooth and grease-free, divide into equal small balls (about 12–14).
Ensure no cracks in the balls for best texture.
Step 3: Make the Sugar Syrup
- In a wide, deep pan, add sugar and water. Bring to a rolling boil.
- Add cardamom pods or rose water if using.
Step 4: Cook the Rasgullas
- Drop the chenna balls into boiling syrup, cover with lid.
- Cook on high heat for 12–15 minutes. The balls will double in size.
- Turn off the heat and let them rest in syrup for 30 minutes.
- Chill for 1–2 hours before serving.
๐ฉ๐ณ Expert Tips for Perfect Rasgullas
- Use full-fat milk for best chenna texture
- Do not over-dry the chenna or rasgullas will turn hard
- Knead until chenna is smooth and pliable
- Maintain a rolling boil while cooking
- Use a wide pan – rasgullas need space to expand
- Don’t open the lid while cooking!
๐ง How to Serve Rasgullas
- Serve chilled, straight from the syrup
- Garnish with rose petals, pistachios, or silver leaf
- Pair with rasmalai base or serve as part of a Bengali dessert platter
๐ฆ Storage Tips
- Store in an airtight container with syrup in the fridge for up to 5–6 days
- Best served chilled
- Do not freeze – texture may change
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