Cottage cheese casserole with cranberries and lemon zest

12 servings

75 minutes

Cottage cheese casserole with cranberries and lemon zest is a delicate treat deeply rooted in Russian cuisine. Its history originates from traditional village dishes where cottage cheese is the main character, rich in protein and calcium. The casserole gains special freshness from the sour cranberries and fragrant lemon zest, creating a subtle balance between sweetness and tartness. Baked in the oven, it acquires a golden crust while remaining airy and soft inside. Ideal for breakfast or a light dessert, especially in cold weather when one craves cozy baked goods. Served with powdered sugar to add a gentle sweet touch. The casserole is versatile – it can be enjoyed warm or chilled, and the combination of ingredients makes it a harmonious treat for the whole family.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 139.2
• Proteins: 8.3g
• Fats: 6.2g
• Carbohydrates: 12.7g

Ingredients

• Cottage cheese: 500 g
• Sour cream: 6 tbsp
• Grain flour: 6 tbsp
• Chicken egg: 3 g
• Lemon zest: 1 tbsp
• Cranberry: 3 tbsp
• Sugar: 4 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Butter: 30 g
• Powdered sugar: 30 g

Cooking steps

1. Prepare the main ingredients.

2. Crack the eggs into a bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 3 g

3. Add sugar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 4 tablespoons

4. Use a blender (or whisk) to beat the eggs with sugar.

5. Whisk the eggs until a uniform frothy mass forms.

6. Add cottage cheese to the obtained mass and salt it.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese: 500 g
   • Salt:  to taste

7. Add sour cream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sour cream: 6 tablespoons

8. Mix everything by hand.

9. Then add flour using a blender.

   Required ingredients:

   • Grain flour: 6 tablespoons

10. Blend everything together until smooth.

11. Grease the baking dish with butter.

    Required ingredients:

    • Butter: 30 g

12. Place the cottage cheese mixture in a mold and spread it over the surface.

13. Sprinkle a handful of cranberries on the flat surface.

    Required ingredients:

    • Cranberry: 3 tablespoons

14. Grate the lemon zest.

15. Sprinkle the casserole evenly with zest.

    Required ingredients:

    • Lemon zest: 1 tablespoon

16. Bake for 35-40 minutes at 180 degrees.

17. Sprinkle the finished casserole with powdered sugar.

    Required ingredients:

    • Powdered sugar: 30 g

18. Cool slightly, slice, and serve.