Curd Baskets

10 servings

30 minutes

Cottage cheese baskets are a delicate and airy dessert inspired by Russian home baking. This dish combines a crispy basket made of soft dough with a fragrant cottage cheese filling that has a light sweetness. Historically, cottage cheese has always been an important part of Russian cuisine, and its combination with sugar and eggs makes the taste tender, creamy, and slightly caramel-like. These baskets are perfect for a cozy tea time, especially with aromatic black tea or compote. They can be served at family breakfasts, festive tables, or simply to treat yourself to something delicious. Light yet nutritious, they will appeal to both adults and children. The simplicity of preparation makes them accessible even for culinary beginners, and the result always delights with its homey warmth and flavor.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 203.4
• Proteins: 9.6g
• Fats: 5.1g
• Carbohydrates: 29.6g

Ingredients

• Cottage cheese 9%: 400 g
• Sugar: 175 g
• Wheat flour: 150 g
• Baking powder: pinch
• Chicken egg: 2 pc

Cooking steps

1. Mix 100 grams of cottage cheese and 100 grams of sugar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese 9%: 400 g
   • Sugar: 175 g

2. Add 1 egg.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces

3. Mix

4. Add flour and baking powder, mix with a mixer - you will get a dough that is slightly sticky to the hands.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 150 g
   • Baking powder:  pinch

5. Prepare the filling. For this, beat the remaining cottage cheese, egg, and sugar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese 9%: 400 g
   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Sugar: 175 g

6. Prepare molds (10–12 pieces) and grease them with oil.

7. Dip your hands in flour, take a small piece of dough. Shape the dough inside the mold with your fingers.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 150 g

8. Do this with the entire test.

9. Fill the molds with filling.

10. Bake at 190–200 degrees for 12–15 minutes.