Burnt Cheese Cake (chhena Poda)
Burnt Cheese Cake (Chhena Poda) is a traditional dessert from the Odia Cuisine, known for its caramelized and smoky flavor. This cake is made with fresh cheese, sugar, and cardamom, giving it a unique taste and texture.
Ingredients
- 1 kg fresh cheese (chhena)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Combine the fresh cheese, sugar, and cardamom powder in a bowl.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 1 hour or until the top is caramelized and the edges are slightly burnt.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool before slicing and serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 40g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Baking pan Mixing bowl
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Burnt Cheese Cake (Chhena Poda) with a sprinkle of chopped nuts and a dollop of fresh cream.
Tips & tricks
Make sure to keep an eye on the cake while it's baking to prevent it from burning too much.
Cost
$10