{"id":13245,"date":"2020-09-09T15:51:47","date_gmt":"2020-09-09T10:21:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/superduper-kitchen.com\/?p=13245"},"modified":"2026-03-11T12:35:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T07:05:54","slug":"pansache-dhonas-goan-jackfruit-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/superduper-kitchen.com\/index.php\/2020\/09\/09\/pansache-dhonas-goan-jackfruit-cake\/dadpinfo\/","title":{"rendered":"Pansache Dhonas- Goan Jackfruit Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"

Pansache Dhonas is a traditional Goan-style steamed jackfruit cake made with a delightful combination of jackfruit, semolina, and other ingredients. This recipe blends the natural sweetness of jackfruit pulp with semolina, grated coconut, and jaggery, which are then steamed to create a moist and flavorful cake. While some variations of the recipe include milk or coconut milk, I opted not to use these, as I had ample jackfruit pulp that provided enough moisture and richness on its own. Traditionally, the cake is steamed and then fried in ghee to enhance its flavor, but I chose to skip the frying step, finding the cake incredibly delicious without it. The aroma of the jackfruit wafting through the kitchen as it cooks is simply irresistible.<\/p>\r\n

Inspiration and Recipe Development<\/h2>\r\n

After preparing Chakka Varatti, a jackfruit preserve, I received more jackfruit from my neighbor. Eager to try something different and avoid repeating the same dish, I was inspired by my Mango Semolina Cake and thought, “Why not bake a cake with jackfruit?” This idea led to the creation of Pansache Dhonas. Goa is known for its steamed cakes, with Tavsali being one of the most famous varieties. These steamed cakes are not only healthy but also relatively easy to make.<\/p>\r\n

Additional Jackfruit Recipes<\/h2>\r\n

If you\u2019re interested in exploring more ways to use jackfruit, here are some other traditional recipes:<\/p>\r\n