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.

Burnt Cheese Cake (chhena Poda)

Ingredients

  • 1 kg fresh cheese (chhena)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  2. Combine the fresh cheese, sugar, and cardamom powder in a bowl.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking pan and spread it evenly.
  4. Bake for 1 hour or until the top is caramelized and the edges are slightly burnt.
  5. 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