Berry cake with cottage cheese

4 servings

40 minutes

Berry cake with cottage cheese is a delicate and fragrant pastry inspired by American culinary traditions. Its texture is airy and slightly moist due to the cottage cheese, while the berry filling adds bright notes of freshness and a sweet-tart flavor. Cardamom gives an exquisite spicy touch, making this cake especially cozy for home tea gatherings. Historically, such cakes originated in Europe and became popular in America due to their versatility and simplicity of preparation. They are perfect for breakfast or as a light dessert with coffee. Serving a warm slice with a spoonful of sour cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream turns this cake into a true gastronomic delight.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 743.2
• Proteins: 21.6g
• Fats: 27.9g
• Carbohydrates: 102.3g

Ingredients

• Cottage cheese: 200 g
• Butter: 100 g
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Sugar: 100 g
• Wheat flour: 350 g
• Ground cardamom: to taste
• Baking powder: 2 tsp
• Breadcrumbs: 20 g
• Frozen berries: 300 g

Cooking steps

1. Beat the eggs with sugar using a whisk or mixer.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Sugar: 100 g

2. Add cottage cheese, softened butter, and ground cardamom.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese: 200 g
   • Butter: 100 g
   • Ground cardamom:  to taste

3. Knead thoroughly until a homogeneous mass.

4. Add flour with baking powder. Mix thoroughly again.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 350 g
   • Baking powder: 2 teaspoons

5. Grease the baking dish with butter and sprinkle with breadcrumbs.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 100 g
   • Breadcrumbs: 20 g

6. Lay out half of the test.

7. Spread the berries mixed with sugar over the dough. Then layer the remaining dough.

   Required ingredients:

   • Frozen berries: 300 g
   • Sugar: 100 g

8. Bake in a preheated oven at 175 degrees until done.

9. Chill and serve.