Baked cottage cheese Easter

Cookinero 3 November 2022

It can be said that baked curd Easter combines the features of both main "heroes" of the festive table dedicated to Bright Sunday. On the one hand, if you look at the ingredients, it seems that it is Easter. On the other hand, the dish is cooked in the oven. So, kulich? And again no. In fact, it turns out something like a tender curd pudding. If you want, serve such a dish for the holiday, or if you want, cook it for breakfast on any weekend. And be sure to add baked candied ginger to Easter, as we recommend: it will add special piquant notes to the taste.

How to cook Baked cottage cheese Easter

Step 1

Baked cottage cheese Easter

Prepare cottage cheese for Easter. Put it in a colander lined with four times folded gauze, cover with free ends and place under a weight of at least 2 kg. Leave in a cool place for 4 hours.

Step 2

Baked cottage cheese Easter

Butter for Easter cut into small cubes and melt over low heat. Then add the orange zest, stir and let cool at room temperature.

Step 3

Finely chop candied fruit and candied ginger for Passover. Divide the eggs into whites and yolks. Put the whites in the refrigerator. Add six more yolks to the resulting four yolks and beat white with half the sugar.

Step 4

Baked cottage cheese Easter

Combine the resulting yolk mixture with cottage cheese and beat with an immersion blender (not a mixer!) Until smooth. Continuing to beat, add butter with zest and sour cream. Add semolina and stir.

Step 5

Baked cottage cheese Easter

Heat the oven to 170°C. Molds for baking cottage cheese Easter grease with a small amount of butter. Sprinkle with semolina, shake off excess. Beat the chilled proteins with a mixer with salt in a strong foam. Continuing to beat, add the remaining sugar, then the corn starch. You should get a lush, shiny mass.

Step 6

Baked cottage cheese Easter

Using a spatula, add the whipped egg whites to the previously prepared curd mass in three additions, gently mixing from the bottom up. Arrange it in molds so that it does not reach the edges by 3-4 cm.

Step 7

Baked cottage cheese Easter

Pour water into a deep pan. Carefully place the molds with the curd mass in it. Make sure no water gets inside. Bake the cottage cheese Easter for about 1 hour. Let cool on a wire rack.

Baked cottage cheese Easter - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can substitute the candied fruit and ginger with dried cranberries, raisins, chopped nuts, or even chocolate chips. Just make sure to use the same quantity.
Baked cottage cheese Easter will last for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator, stored in an airtight container.
Yes, you can freeze it. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil, or store it in a freezer-safe container. It can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
If you don't have semolina, you can use ground almonds or rice flour as a substitute.
Yes, you can substitute the sour cream with Greek yogurt or crème fraîche. This will add a similar richness and tanginess to the Easter.
The Easter is done when it is set and lightly golden on top. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean, or with a few moist crumbs. Be careful to not overbake.
Let it cool completely, then gently remove it from molds. It's delicious served chilled or at room temperature. Garnish with fresh berries or a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch.
Yes, you can reduce the amount of sugar to your taste. Start by reducing it by 1/4 of the original amount and adjust accordingly. Keep in mind that sugar does contribute to the texture.

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