Cherry pie from cottage cheese dough
5 servings
120 minutes
Cherry pie made from cottage cheese dough is a refined dessert that embodies the best traditions of European cuisine. The combination of delicate cottage cheese dough, subtle sweetness of sugar, and refreshing tartness of cherries creates a harmony of flavors that captivates from the first bite. The history of such pies dates back to times when cottage cheese was the basis of home baking in Central and Eastern Europe. The gelatin layer made from aromatic cherries gives the pie an exquisite texture, while the baked base adds a light crunch. This pie is perfect for a cozy tea time, especially on cool evenings when you crave something sweet but not overly sugary. It is delightful as a standalone dessert or paired with gentle vanilla ice cream or a cup of aromatic coffee.
1
Cut the butter into pieces and mix with the flour. Stir until the mixture is almost homogeneous.
- Butter: 150 g
- Wheat flour: 150 g
2
Add sugar and cottage cheese, quickly knead the dough, wrap it in film, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- Sugar: 180 g
- Cottage cheese: 150 g
3
Put frozen cherries in a pot, add sugar, and place on low heat. If the cherries are sour, you can increase the amount of sugar.
- Frozen cherries: 500 g
- Sugar: 180 g
4
Soak the gelatin separately in cold water (about 50 ml) for 10-15 minutes.
- Gelatin: 10 g
5
When the cherry boils, turn off the heat and add gelatin. Mix everything thoroughly and let it cool to room temperature.
- Gelatin: 10 g
6
Roll the dough to a thickness of about 0.5–1 cm and spread it in the baking dish. Bake at 180 degrees for 15–20 minutes.
7
Place the cherries (without liquid — save it) on the prepared base and put it in the fridge. Once the base cools, pour a little cherry juice on top and immediately place it in the cold. After about an hour, the pie will set and can be served.
- Frozen cherries: 500 g