High Protein Chum Chum

Indulge in a delightful fusion of tradition and nutrition with this High Protein Chum Chum recipe! A modern twist on the classic Bengali dessert, this version is enriched with whey protein powder, making it a guilt-free treat that's perfect for fitness enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike. Soft and spongy paneer dumplings are infused with aromatic cardamom and rose water, then cooked in a luscious sugar syrup to perfection. Each bite is topped with creamy cottage cheese and crunchy pistachios, creating a balanced texture and flavor profile that’s irresistibly satisfying. Ready in just an hour, this high-protein dessert is ideal for a post-workout snack or a refreshing end to your meal. Serve chilled for a healthier take on an indulgent classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 liters Milk
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 3 scoops Whey protein powder
• 1 cup Sugar
• 3 cups Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
• 2 tablespoons Pistachios
• 1 teaspoon Rose water
• 100 grams Cottage cheese (Paneer)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the paneer: heat the milk in a large pot until it begins to boil, then reduce the heat and add the lemon juice. Stir gently until the milk curdles completely.

Step 2

Once the milk has curdled, strain it through a muslin cloth, collecting the whey in a bowl. Rinse the paneer under cold water to remove the lemon taste.

Step 3

Hang the paneer in the muslin cloth for about 30 minutes to drain excess water.

Step 4

Once drained, shape the paneer into a smooth dough by kneading it on a clean surface for 5-7 minutes. Mix in the whey protein powder and continue kneading until well combined.

Step 5

Divide the paneer dough into 16 equal portions and shape each portion into elongated oval dumplings.

Step 6

In another pot, combine the sugar and water, then bring to a boil to create the sugar syrup. Add the cardamom powder and rose water to the syrup for flavor.

Step 7

Gently add the paneer dumplings to the boiling sugar syrup. Cover the pot and let them cook on medium heat for about 15-20 minutes, ensuring they double in size.

Step 8

Once cooked, allow the Chum Chum to cool in the syrup.

Step 9

While cooling, crush the pistachios finely.

Step 10

Remove Chum Chum from the syrup and let them drain on a cooling rack. Stuff each Chum Chum with a little cottage cheese (paneer) and sprinkle with crushed pistachios.

Step 11

Serve cool or cold for a refreshing dessert high in protein.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2178.6 grams (2178.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2062

Total Fat 53.90g	69%
Saturated Fat 27.60g	138%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 194mg	65%
Sodium 608mg	26%
Total Carbohydrate 267.90g	97%
Dietary Fiber 2.10g	8%
Total Sugars 257.30g
Protein 128.20g	256%

Vitamin D 454IU	2269%
Calcium 1865mg	143%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 2434mg	52%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.4%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 51.8%