Wheat flour cheela is a popular Indian breakfast dish that is easy to make and healthy too. It is essentially a pancake made with wheat flour. The cheela is usually cooked on a non-stick pan or a tawa with a little bit of oil or ghee.

To make wheat flour cheela, the wheat flour is mixed with water and sugar or jaggery to form a batter. This batter is then spread thinly on the tawa or non-stick pan. The cheela is then cooked until it turns golden brown on both sides.

Wheat flour cheela is a great option for those looking for a healthy breakfast option. It is low in calories and high in protein, fiber, and other essential nutrients. It is also a good option for those who are looking for a healthy alternative to traditional pancakes which are made of plain flour or maida.

Overall, wheat flour cheela is a delicious and healthy breakfast option that is easy to make and customize according to your taste. My grandmother and my mother used to make this yummy chitwa for us. We used to have this as tiffin in school also. You can also cook this for your kids tiffin.

This cheel recipe I have shared is sufficient for 4 persons to eat. 

The time taken to make the recipe is  30 minutes

Ingredients for Wheat flour Meetha Cheela (Chitwa)

• 500g Whole wheat flour
• 250g Sugar or jaggery
• Water as required
• Ghee or oil as required
• Milk for making batter (optional)

Directions Wheat flour Meetha Cheela (Chitwa)

Step 1

In a mixing bowl you have to combine the wheat flour and sugar. Mix it well, here you can also use jaggery in place of sugar as a healthier option.

Step 2

Now you have to add water gradually and mix to form a smooth batter. Here you can also use milk in place of water to make batter. The batter should be thick and of pouring consistency and ensure there must be no lumps present in the batter.

Step 3

Now switch on the flame and heat a non-stick pan or tawa over medium heat.

Step 4

Now you have to grease the pan or tawa with a little oil or ghee.

Step 5

Now pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan or tawa and spread it evenly in a circular motion.

Step 6

Cook the cheela on medium heat until the surface is dry and the edges start to lift. 

Sprinkle some ghee on the cheela. Flip the cheela over and cook for another minute or until both sides are golden brown. Use ghee as per your requirement.

Step 7

Remove the cheela from the pan and repeat the process with the remaining batter.

Step 8

Serve hot with pickles of your choice.

Enjoy your healthy delicious wheat flour meetha cheela!

Frequently asked questions

Q: What is the difference between wheat flour cheela and traditional pancakes?

A: Wheat flour cheela is a pancake made with wheat flour and sugar.

Traditional pancakes are usually made with all-purpose flour, eggs, and sugar.

Q: Can wheat flour cheela be made with vegetables?

A: Yes, wheat flour cheela can be made with vegetables. Adding vegetables to the chila makes it more nutritious and flavorful.

Q: What type of vegetables can be added to wheat flour cheela?

A: You can add any vegetables of your choice such as onions, tomatoes, capsicum, carrots, spinach, and green chillies.

Q: Is wheat flour cheela gluten-free?

A: No, wheat flour cheela is not gluten-free as it is made with wheat flour. However, you can use gluten-free flours such as rice flour, besan, or quinoa flour to make gluten-free cheela.

Q: How many calories does wheat flour cheela contain?

A: The calorie content of wheat flour cheela depends on the ingredients used and the size of the cheela. 

On average, a wheat flour cheela of about 30 grams contains around 90 calories.

Q: Can wheat flour cheela be reheated?

A: Yes, you can reheat wheat flour cheela by heating it on a pan or in the microwave. However, freshly cooked cheela tastes better.

Q: Is wheat flour cheela suitable for vegans?

A: Yes, wheat flour cheela is suitable for vegans as it does not contain any animal products. However, it is important to ensure that the other ingredients used are also vegan.

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