Fruit casserole with cottage cheese
4 servings
60 minutes
Fruit casserole with cottage cheese is a delicate and aromatic dessert that comes from European cuisine. Its base is cottage cheese, known for its lightness and health benefits, while added fruits provide juiciness and freshness. The slight acidity of orange zest complements the sweetness of the casserole, while peaches, nectarines, and plums reveal a layered flavor profile. The dish is perfect for both morning breakfast and cozy tea time. The casserole turns out airy with a caramelized fruit crust, and its tender texture makes each bite a true delight. The versatility of the dish allows for the use of various seasonal fruits to create new flavor variations. This treat is great for both children and adults while remaining a light and nutritious snack.
1
In a blender, mix cottage cheese, yogurt, and semolina. Add eggs, sugar, low-fat cream, and baking powder. Grate the peel finely to get zest; you'll need just a little, half a teaspoon. Add the zest to the cottage cheese mixture and stir.
- Curd cheese (tvorog): 500 g
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Yoghurt: 150 ml
- Sugar: 8 tablespoons
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Cream: 50 ml
- Oranges: 1 piece
2
Pour the cottage cheese mixture into a greased and breadcrumb-coated mold and send it to a preheated oven at 220 degrees for 10 minutes.
- Sugar: 8 tablespoons
3
Cut the fruits and berries. After the casserole has been in the oven for 10 minutes, place the fruits on top, sprinkle with sugar (2-3 tablespoons), and return to the oven for another 30 minutes. Let cool.
- Nectarines: 1 piece
- Peaches: 2 pieces
- Strawberry: 3 pieces
- Semolina: 6 tablespoons
- Plums: 2 pieces
- Sugar: 8 tablespoons
