Sandesh
संदेश · సందేశ్
A delicate Bengali sweet made from fresh chhena (paneer) lightly sweetened and flavoured with cardamom. High in protein for a dessert, with a moderate sugar content.
Nutrition per Serving
Sugars shown are total sugars (naturally occurring + added) per serving and are approximate. For fruits and dairy this is mostly natural sugar; for sweets and many cooked dishes it reflects added sugar or jaggery.
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
One of the better Indian sweets for blood sugar thanks to its high chhena (protein) content; choose lightly sweetened versions and keep portions small.
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