Khanom bodin facts for kids
| Type | Cake |
|---|---|
| Course | Dessert |
| Place of origin | Thailand |
| Region or state | Muslim community in central Thailand |
| Created by | Possibly originated from Portuguese desserts adapted by Thai Muslim |
| Main ingredients | wheat flour (or Maida flour), fresh butter, fresh milk, chicken eggs, sweetened condensed milk, white sugar |
Khanom bodin (Thai: ขนมบดิน) is a special and traditional cake from Thailand. It's a delicious dessert often enjoyed by the Thai Muslim community. This unique cake is believed to have a history connected to Portuguese desserts, similar to other famous Thai sweets. Some of these related desserts include thong muan, thong yip, thong yot, foi thong, luk chup, khanom mo kaeng, and khanom farang kudi chin.
What is Khanom Bodin?
Khanom bodin looks a lot like a regular butter cake. However, it has a much thicker and more solid texture. This cake is also sweeter than many other cakes you might have tried. It gets its rich taste and texture from ingredients like wheat flour (or a similar flour called Maida flour), fresh butter, and fresh milk.
A Sweet History
The name khanom bodin is thought to come from the words khanom mo din. In Thai, "khanom" means snack or dessert, and "mo din" means clay pot. People believe that a long time ago, this cake was cooked inside a clay pot. This old cooking method might be how the cake got its unique name.
Where to Find This Special Cake
Originally, khanom bodin was made and eaten mostly by Muslims. It was a special treat for important religious events and traditions. Today, this cake is quite rare. You will mostly find it produced and sold in Muslim communities, especially in central Thailand.
In Bangkok, there are only a few special bakeries that sell this dessert. These bakeries are usually found in Muslim areas. For example, you might find it near Suan Phlu Mosque in the Talat Phlu area. Another place is near Maha Nak Mosque, which is by the Khlong Maha Nak canal, close to the Bobae area.
