Chhena Poda/ Baked Cottage cheese cake Chhena Poda is a traditional dessert from the state of Odisha. As the name suggests, chhena means cottage cheese and poda means roasted. It is made out of freshly prepared cottage cheese and baked to perfection with sugar, semolina cardamom powder. The flavor predominantly comes from the caramelization of sugar. It is said to have originated from the Nayagarh town of Odisha. And over the years, it got slowly popular across the state. The simplicity and ease by which this recipe is made and yet has bountiful of flavors, makes this dessert so special and popular. Traditionally it is made on a layer of Sal leaves which gives the dessert a distinct flavor. However it can also be made without the leaves in a baking tin or pan. This delectable dessert is loved by all and is usually prepared during festivals and auspicious occasions. It is also Lord Jagganath's favorite. Hence it is among the "Chappan Bhog" off
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