Rasmalai

Rasmalai (or Ras Malai) is a beloved Indian dessert known for its delicate flavor, creamy texture, and festive charm. The name is derived from two Hindi words: Ras meaning “juice” and Malai meaning “cream.” True to its name, rasmalai consists of soft, spongy cheese patties soaked in fragrant, sweetened milk infused with cardamom, saffron, and often garnished with nuts.
Ingredients
Milk – 1 litre, Paneer – 100 g, Sugar – 3/4 cup, Saffron Strands – 4, Almonds – 1 tsp, sliced, Pistachios – 1 tsp, sliced, Cardamom Powder – 1/4 tsp, Maida – 2 tsp
Method
– Crumble the paneer and mix with maida to a smooth dough.
– Make small balls and lightly flatten them.
– Heat 1 cup of water in a pan.
– Add 1/4 cup of sugar and bring to a boil until sugar has fully dissolved.
– Remove from flame.
– While it is still hot, add the paneer balls and cover with a lid.
– Keep aside for few hours.
– Boil the milk in a heavy pan until reduced in half.
– Add 1/2 cup of sugar and stir well until fully dissolved.
– Remove from flame.
– Add cardamom powder, saffron strands and mix well.
– Remove the balls from the sugar syrup and squeeze gently.
– Add to the hot milk.
– Garnish with almonds and pistachios.
– Keep it in the fridge for 2 to 3 hours.
– Serve chilled.