Chhena Poda Recipe | How to Make Chenna Poda at Home

Here’s one of the delicious and sweet dishes from the amazing state of Odisha: Chhena Poda or Chenna Poda. You don’t need to do a lot of preparation for this dish. Chhena Poda is usually made of paneer, sugar, ghee, and flavorings. We made this recipe using Diabexy sugar instead of refined sugar (which is generally used) because refined sugar can lead to weight gain and increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Chhena Poda means “roasted cheese” in Odia. It is particularly famous in the Nayagarh district of Odisha. It's said to have originated there and is deeply rooted in the local culinary tradition, but its fame has spread, and you can find it across India.

Chhena Poda has crispy edges and remains soft on the inside. The taste of this sweet is rich, caramelized, and chewy, making it very popular and delicious for everyone.

Here we are sharing a delicious and easy-to-make Chhena Poda recipe that you can make at home using nutritious ingredients. This recipe is perfect for those who prioritize their health but also want to enjoy this amazing and delicious sweet.

Chhena Poda Recipe Ingredients

• 250g Paneer
• 15g Desi Ghee
• 40g Diabexy Sugar
• 5g Cardamom Powder
• 20g Suji 

How to Make Chhena Poda: Step-by-Step Guide with Pictures

• Take 250g of homemade paneer in a bowl.
  
• Add 15g (1 tablespoon) of desi ghee.
  
• Add 20g of suji.
  
• Add 40g of Diabexy sugar.
  
• Add 1 tsp of cardamom powder.
  
• Mix all the ingredients properly.
  
• Keep adding paneer water while mixing to make the batter moist.
  
• Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  
• Pour the batter into the lined tray.
  
• Bake in the oven for 2 hours.
  
• After baking, cool to room temperature and scrape from the sides.
  
• Your chhena poda is ready!
  
• Serve on a plate.