Cottage cheese manna with vanilla and berries
4 servings
85 minutes
Cottage cheese manna with vanilla and berries is a delicate, airy dessert that combines the rich flavor of cottage cheese, the sweetness of vanilla, and the freshness of berries. This classic dish of Russian cuisine is based on the use of semolina, which gives the baked goods softness and a velvety texture. The history of manna goes back to the traditions of village cuisine where semolina was an accessible and beloved ingredient. This manna is perfect for cozy family tea times, and its tender structure and sweet aroma make it a delightful treat. Serve it with a light sour cream drizzle or fresh berries to highlight its natural sweetness. It is suitable for both breakfast and dessert, filling the home with warmth and the aroma of homemade baking.
1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Grease a 22 cm diameter baking pan with oil.
2
Mash the cottage cheese with egg yolks, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla sugar.
- Curd cheese (tvorog): 300 g
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Sour cream: 100 g
- Sugar: 1 glass
- Vanilla sugar: 2 teaspoons
3
Add the semolina mixed with baking powder and mix well.
- Semolina: 1 glass
- Baking powder (raising agent): 1 teaspoon
4
Whip the egg whites to stiff peaks and gently fold into the cottage cheese mixture.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
5
Shuffle
6
Place the dough in the mold.
7
Bake for 45–55 minutes until golden brown.
- Fresh berries: 150 g
