Bhapa pitha is a type of rice cake mainly from the eastern part of the Indian subcontinent, which includes Bangladesh, East India and Northeast India. Bhapa pitha is considered to be a traditional winter dish in Bangladesh.[1][2][3] It is a steamed rice cake made out of freshly ground rice flour. The filling is composed of coconut, and date molasses. Molasses can be substituted with brown sugar or jaggery.
![]() Simple molasses bhapa pitha from Bangladesh. | |
Alternative names | Dhup pitha, dhupi pitha |
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Course | Snack |
Place of origin | Indian subcontinent |
Region or state | Assam, West Bengal, Tripura |
Associated national cuisine | India, Bangladesh |
Main ingredients | Rice flour, molasses, coconuts |
Other information | Served with molasses, brown sugar or jaggery |
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