Chhena Poda
छेना पोड़ा · ఛేనా పోడ
Odisha's signature dessert of fresh chhena (cottage cheese) and sugar slow-baked until caramelised. High in protein for a sweet, with a moderate sugar load.
Nutrition per Serving
Sugars shown are total sugars (naturally occurring + added) per serving and are approximate. For fruits and dairy this is mostly natural sugar; for sweets and many cooked dishes it reflects added sugar or jaggery.
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
The high chhena (protein) content makes it gentler than syrup-based sweets; reduce the sugar and keep to one slice.
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