Curd and banana pie with cherries
4 servings
60 minutes
Cottage cheese-banana pie with cherries is a delicate treat that combines the freshness of fruits and an airy texture. Its history roots back to European cuisine, where cottage cheese, bananas, and berries come together to create a harmonious flavor. The sweetness of honey, the lightness of Greek yogurt, and the softness of bananas perfectly complement the tart notes of cherries. The pie is prepared in a water bath, which keeps it surprisingly moist and tender. It is perfect for cozy home evenings as well as for a morning breakfast with a cup of coffee. It reveals its best after overnight cooling when the aromas fully meld together. This dessert embodies comfort and the simple joys of life.
1
Beat the cottage cheese and yogurt with sugar, add eggs, and beat again.
- Curd cheese (tvorog): 400 g
- Greek yoghurt: 120 g
- Honey: 20 g
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
2
Add flour and mix.
- Wheat flour: 60 g
- Baking powder (raising agent): 5 g
3
Add banana puree to the cottage cheese-yogurt mixture and whip everything together.
- Bananas: 3 pieces
4
Thaw the cherries, drain the juice into them, and add to the dough.
- Cherry (sour): 250 g
5
Bake in a preheated oven at 160 degrees for about an hour in a water bath.
6
Cool the finished pie (better to leave it in the fridge overnight).
