Homemade sochniki
12 servings
30 minutes
Homemade scones are a fragrant treat with roots in European cuisine but especially popular in Russian tradition. These tender cottage cheese pastries with a golden crust and sweet taste combine airy dough and a soft, slightly vanilla filling. Their history dates back to when baked goods with cottage cheese were considered not only tasty but also healthy. Scones are perfect for cozy family tea gatherings, and their sweet flavor harmonizes well with both hot drinks and cool milk. The dough is soft and slightly crumbly, while the filling is delicate and moist, creating a unique combination of textures. They can be served as a standalone treat or complemented with fruits and honey for special enjoyment.
1
Whisk sugar with eggs into a fluffy mass.
- Sugar: 100 g
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
2
Melt the margarine and add it to the egg mixture (the margarine should be at room temperature). Whip again with a mixer.
- Margarine: 250 g
3
Add flour with baking powder. Mix.
- Wheat flour: 4 tablespoons
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
4
Then add the sour cream. Add the sour cream in portions so that the dough is not too stiff and does not stick to your hands. While the dough rests, prepare the filling.
- Sour cream: 300 g
5
Mix all the ingredients well. Roll out the dough and cut out circles.
- Cottage cheese: 500 g
- Vanilla sugar: 1 teaspoon
6
Place the filling on one side and cover it with the other side of the dough.
7
Brush the top with egg and bake at 180 degrees for 20 minutes.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces