Cheese cake with ham
4 servings
60 minutes
Cheese cake with ham is a delightful dish of Russian cuisine that combines the tenderness of cheese, the spiciness of ham, and the airy texture of layered dough. Its roots trace back to the traditions of making layered snack pies, but the special filling makes it unique. Each layer is soaked in a creamy-mustard sauce that enhances the flavor of the cheese and harmonizes with the delicate ham. The cake is hearty, slightly stretchy due to the cheese, with a crispy crust and appetizing aroma. It is perfect for festive tables or cozy home evenings, especially when paired with greens and vegetables. Baked to a golden color, this cake impresses not only with its taste but also its appearance, resembling a layered pie that makes guests eagerly await their first bite.
1
Boil water together with vegetable oil.
- Boiling water: 300 ml
- Vegetable oil: 3 tablespoons
2
Remove the water from the heat and immediately mix it with the flour placed in a deep bowl. First, mix the flour with a spoon of water, then bring it to the desired consistency by hand.
- Wheat flour: 300 g
3
Let the dough cool and prepare the filling. You can use refrigerators for quick cooling, but it's better to let it cool at room temperature.
4
Mix the eggs, sour cream, and mustard. Then add grated cheese and spices to taste, and mix everything well.
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Sour cream: 3 tablespoons
- Mustard: 1 tablespoon
- Hard cheese: 200 g
- Spices: to taste
5
Divide the cooled dough into 10-12 equal parts, and roll each into a thin, even circle. Then fry each circle in a pan for 15 seconds on each side.
6
Assemble the cake. Place baking paper in the baking form and add the first layer. Spread filling on it, then top with sliced ham. Continue with the next layer, filling, etc. Finish by spreading on top and sprinkling with sesame seeds.
- Ham: 200 g
7
Bake the cake in a preheated oven at 160 degrees for 20-25 minutes.