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🍥 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

  • 🧀 Made from scratch using homemade chenna
  • 💦 Soft, juicy, and spongy every time
  • 🍬 Cooked in a light sugar syrup – no need for heavy cream
  • 🪔 Perfect for Diwali, Durga Puja, Holi, or any festive occasion
  • 🌱 Vegetarian, light, and made without flour or eggs

📝 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)

🍽️ Instructions

Step 1: Make the Chenna (Fresh Paneer)

  1. Boil milk in a heavy-bottomed pan. Once it comes to a boil, turn off the heat.
  2. Slowly add diluted lemon juice while stirring. The milk will curdle.
  3. When whey separates, strain using a muslin cloth or cheesecloth.
  4. Rinse under cold water to remove lemony smell.
  5. 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

  1. Place chenna on a plate and knead with the heel of your palm for 8–10 minutes.
  2. 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

  1. In a wide, deep pan, add sugar and water. Bring to a rolling boil.
  2. Add cardamom pods or rose water if using.

Step 4: Cook the Rasgullas

  1. Drop the chenna balls into boiling syrup, cover with lid.
  2. Cook on high heat for 12–15 minutes. The balls will double in size.
  3. Turn off the heat and let them rest in syrup for 30 minutes.
  4. Chill for 1–2 hours before serving.

👩‍🍳 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!

🍧 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

📦 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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Soft. Syrupy. Divine.
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