Curd buns with berry filling and coconut

4 servings

40 minutes

Cottage cheese buns with berry filling and coconut are an exquisite dessert of European cuisine, featuring a delicate texture and subtle aroma. Their roots trace back to traditional baking recipes where cottage cheese serves as the base for airy dough. The sweetness of the berries harmonizes with the light tartness of the cottage cheese, while coconut flakes add a soft nutty note. The buns are perfect for a cozy tea time or an elegant breakfast, delighting with their rich flavor and natural ingredients. Baked to a golden crust, they remain soft inside, and the hidden berries turn each bite into a little discovery. The ease of preparation makes them accessible even for novice cooks, while the unusual combination of ingredients gives them a unique originality.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 430.9
• Proteins: 31.9g
• Fats: 13.4g
• Carbohydrates: 46.8g

Ingredients

• Soft low-fat cottage cheese: 500 g
• Chicken egg: 3 pc
• Cane sugar: to taste
• Rice flour: 200 g
• Baking powder: 1 tsp
• Coconut flakes: 50 g
• Olive oil: to taste
• Fresh berries: 100 g

Cooking steps

1. In a deep bowl, mix cottage cheese, flour, sugar (if needed), 2 eggs + 1 egg white.

   Required ingredients:

   • Soft low-fat cottage cheese: 500 g
   • Rice flour: 200 g
   • Cane sugar:  to taste
   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces
   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces

2. Add baking powder and knead the dough to a uniform consistency. The dough should be soft and lump-free.

   Required ingredients:

   • Baking powder: 1 teaspoon

3. Roll dough into balls, make a dent in the center of each ball, and hide berries inside.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fresh berries: 100 g

4. Roll the balls in coconut flakes and brush with egg yolk.

   Required ingredients:

   • Coconut flakes: 50 g
   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces

5. Place the dough on a baking sheet greased with olive oil. Bake at 150 degrees for about 40-50 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil:  to taste