Lychee-Mango Sandesh: A Twist On The Favourite Bengali Sweet

By Tarishi Shrivastava

May 16, 2024

Sandesh is a beloved Bengali sweet made from milk and sugar. This unique take on the classic dessert combines the sweet, tropical flavours of lychee and mango to put a fruity spin on the traditional recipe. Here is how to make this amazing dessert:   

Ingredients

2 cups of whole milk   1/4 cup heavy cream   1/4 cup condensed milk   1/4 cup powdered sugar   1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder   1 mango, peeled and pureed   1/2 cup canned lychees, drained and chopped  

Step 1

In a saucepan, boil milk and cream on medium heat. Stir continuously.   

Step 2

Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking.   

Step 3

Stir until the milk has reduced by half and is thick, about 15–20 minutes.

Step 4

Add the condensed milk and cook for 2-3 more minutes, continuing to stir.  

Step 5

Remove from heat and add the powdered sugar and cardamom.

Step 6

Fold in the mango puree and chopped lychees until just combined.

Step 7

Pour the mixture into a greased pan and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.

Step 8

Once firm, cut into 1-inch squares and serve chilled.