Alivenci, plural form of alivancă,[1] is a traditional custard tart, from the cuisine of Moldavia made with cornmeal, cream cheese like urdă or telemea and smântână.

Alivenci
TypeCustard tart
CourseDessert
Place of originRomania, Moldova
Region or stateMoldavia
Main ingredientsMilk, cornmeal, cream cheese, smântână, eggs, butter

A form of cheesecake was very popular in Ancient Greece.[citation needed] The secret of its manufacture was passed during the Roman invasions.[original research?] At that time, the Latin name used for this type of cake was placenta that was transmitted in Romanian culture.[original research?]

For Saint Peter, the Moldovan prepare alivenci.[2]

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  1. ^ DEXon line
  2. ^ Roumanie le guide vert (in French). Michelin, cartes et guides. 2008. ISBN 9782067134980.