Hot Chocolate Sandesh Truffle is my choice for alphabet H in the A to Z Bengali Sweet Series.
H was long pending in my list and until I came across a sweet listed in the online store, I didn't have a clue on what I was going to make. That Sandesh was shaped like a spoon and didn't have any detail on how it is made. So I created my own using Cadbury's Hot Chocolate Drinking powder as the base.
Many times, I am struck with wonder when I think about how we reach a state of Eureka! Yes, this almost came to me when I was lying down just before falling asleep, pondering how to tackle this alphabet, when it suddenly struck me that I could make Sandesh truffles.
I have mentioned that I made 3 huge batches of chhana that were well kneaded and made into smaller portions. I also had a spreadsheet where I had grouped by the cooking method and what will have a common base and other common structure. One of the sets had these fusion dishes and this was the only set of sweets that my boys eat and enjoyed so much.
Konda knew this had Sandesh as the stuffing and was grinning away when her brothers were praising these truffles. I kept these truffles for the final cooking as the chocolate stock was over and I had to shop. This is when Veena took me shopping just for this and this is my treat to her virtually though she doesn't like chocolates much.
So finally even though the entire series was a hit with Hubby dear and my friends, I was happy that I could make my boys happy as well. Nothing like kids getting joy after indulging in truffles right!
How to Make Soft Homemade Chhana for Bengali Sweets
How to Knead Chhana for Soft Bengali Sweets
In this A to Z Bengali Sweets for Protein Rich dishes:
A for Aam Sandesh
B for Bhapa Sandesh
C for Channar Puli
D for Danadar
E for Elixir Sandesh
F for Fruit Sandesh
G for Gajarer Sandesh
Step by Step Pictures for making Soft chhana for Bengali Sweets
Step by Step Pictures for Kneading the chhana for making Kancha Golla Sandesh
Step by Step Pictures for making Hot chocolate Sandesh Truffle
Recipe
Hot Chocolate Sandesh Truffle
Ingredients
For the Outer Chocolate Layer
- 1 cup Dark Chocolate Compound
- 2 tbsp Cream
- 1 tbsp Butter
For the Sandesh stuffing
- 1/2 cup Paneer / chhana / Cottage Cheese
- 2 tbsp Hot Chocolate Powder
- 1/4 cup Sugar powdered
Instructions
For the Dark Chocolate Layer
- In a microwave safe bowl, take the chopped dark chocolate compound, microwave for a minute.
- Remove and whisk to melt the chocolate.
- Add the cream and butter and microwave again for a minute. Keep it aside.
For the Hot Chocolate Sandesh stuffing
- Take the chhana after kneading and mix with sugar.
- Then add the hot chocolate powder and combine everything well.
- Make small balls of the Sandesh and drop into the melted chocolate compound.
- Carefully remove using a fork, after shaking away excess chocolate.
- Refrigerate until firm.
This is part of the A to Z Protein-Rich dishes, where I decided to showcase A to Z Bengali Sweets with Paneer/Chhana as the main source.
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vaishalisabnani says
Omg ! Now I am bowled over by this one ! Wow ! Simply wow ! I love all Indian flavors , but chocolate is what actually makes me want to grab it ! And beware , these truffles might disappear from the screen !
Sharmila - The Happie Friends Potpourri Corner says
This is simply interesting.. So innovative!! Im learning so many Sandesh varieties from you!!
Padmajha PJ says
I am amazed at the way you organize the cooking process!! And I could have never guessed this alphabet!! Such a unique recipe. Superb one srivalli...
themadscientistskitchen says
By the end of this series I am sure I will strangle you. Every day you come with one of these delicacy. Sweets are my weakness n Bengali sweet I just love.
Anlet Prince says
Anything with chocolate i would fall for it. These Hot chocolate Sandesh truffles are like a feast for me.
Sapana says
Seriously hats off to your research and innovation, the chocolate sandesh truffles looks amazing yaar.
Gayathri Kumar says
You are awesome Valli. What an idea! And finally you also got to make your boys happy by adding chocolate!. The truffles looks so irresistible.
Sowmya:) says
Wow Valli. I can imagine only you doing all that planning and organising to pull off this amazing theme. Each dish is unique and lip smacking. Love these chocolate truffles with Sandesh. I know that eureka feeling....the best feeling ever!
Rajani says
The name itself has an exotic ring to it! Delicious!
Mayuri Patel says
Wow, another 'Eureka' mithai from your kitchen. Yummy, chocolatey and delicious looking truffles.
srividhya says
Wow this is a great idea. Drooling here. love chocolate and milk combination.
Priya Suresh says
Wow, thats fabulous for all the planning and organising everything to go with this beautiful theme, those chocolate truffles looks absolutely droolworthy. Feel like munching some.
Kalyani says
two delicacies in one - can never go wrong with chocolate ! lovely pick !
ruchi indu says
I was waiting Valli - for a chocolate recipe from you in this series. You didn't disappoint. Those chocolate truffles are awesome!!