Rasmalai
Rasmalai is a beloved Bengali dessert featuring soft, spongy paneer dumplings soaked in sweetened, thickened milk infused with cardamom and saffron, often garnished with pistachios. Originating from West Bengal, India, it is a celebratory treat made from milk, sugar, and nuts.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in fat and carbohydrates due to its milk and sugar content, providing a good source of calcium and protein from the paneer and milk. A typical serving contains roughly 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Carbs | 38 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 32 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 250 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.4 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Rasmalai is unique for its delicate texture, where paneer dumplings are poached in sugar syrup before being immersed in creamy rabri, creating a melt-in-the-mouth experience that showcases the artistry of Indian sweet-making.
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