Curd and apple casserole
10 servings
60 minutes
Cottage cheese and apple casserole is a cozy and aromatic dish of Russian cuisine, loved by many generations. Its delicate texture, juicy apples, and airy cottage cheese layer create a harmony of flavors that envelops with warmth and sweetness. The casserole combines the sweet-sour notes of apples with the creamy softness of cottage cheese, while the subtle spice of cinnamon and lemon zest gives it a unique character. This dish is perfect for a cozy family breakfast or a light dessert after dinner. It can be served warm, complemented with sour cream or berry sauce. The casserole is not only tasty but also nutritious, filling the body with proteins and beneficial substances. Its simplicity in preparation makes it a favorite treat for both children and adults, and the classic recipe can be varied by adding nuts, honey or other fruits for new flavor nuances.
1
Cut the peeled apples (from the cores and skins) into large pieces, grease a 25x30 cm dish with oil, and evenly place the apple pieces at the bottom.
- Apple: 500 g
- Butter: 50 g
2
Place cottage cheese, egg yolks, butter, lemon zest, and cinnamon in a bowl. Add the baking powder mixed with dry pudding and semolina, and mix well. Whip the egg whites into a thick foam, gradually adding powdered sugar.
- Soft curd cheese: 500 g
- Egg yolk: 3 pieces
- Butter: 50 g
- Lemon zest: 1 tablespoon
- Cinnamon: pinch
- Baking powder: 5 g
- Vanilla pudding mix: 80 g
- Semolina: 25 g
- Egg white: 3 pieces
- Vanilla icing sugar: 120 g
3
Gently fold the whipped egg whites and raisins into the cottage cheese mixture.
- Egg white: 3 pieces
- Raisins: 50 g
4
Spread the mixture over the apples and place in a preheated oven at 150 degrees, baking for 30 minutes.
- Apple: 500 g
5
After baking, let the casserole cool slightly and serve warm.
