Apples baked with cottage cheese and walnuts

2 servings

35 minutes

Baked apples with cottage cheese and walnuts are an exquisite and healthy dessert of Russian cuisine, combining the tenderness of cottage cheese, the richness of nuts, and the sweetness of honey. This dish traces back to traditional Russian recipes where baking fruits was used to create simple yet refined treats. Baked apples acquire softness and a rich caramel flavor, while the cottage cheese filling provides a creamy texture and a slight tanginess. Honey adds natural sweetness, and cinnamon brings warm spice. Walnuts add a crunchy note, complementing the harmony of flavors. Perfect for a cozy family tea time or as a healthy dessert for festive tables.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 213.3
• Proteins: 18.7g
• Fats: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 8.2g

Ingredients

• Cottage cheese: 200 g
• Sour cream: 2 tbsp
• Honey: 1 tbsp
• Powdered sugar: to taste
• Walnuts: 2 pc
• Cinnamon: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Wash the apples, cut them in half. Remove the core as much as possible to add cottage cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese: 200 g

2. Mix the cottage cheese with sour cream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese: 200 g
   • Sour cream: 2 tablespoons

3. Chop the nuts finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Walnuts: 2 pieces

4. Place cottage cheese in apples, drizzle with honey, and sprinkle with cinnamon and walnuts.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese: 200 g
   • Honey: 1 tablespoon
   • Cinnamon:  to taste
   • Walnuts: 2 pieces

5. Bake apples in the oven at 170–180 degrees for 25 minutes (until ready).