Curd rolls
4 servings
30 minutes
Cottage cheese kalychiki are a delicate and fragrant pastry from the depths of Russian cuisine. This recipe combines the softness of cottage cheese, the sweetness of honey, and the lightness of dough to create a light and pleasant treat. Kalychiki are traditionally served with tea or coffee and can be complemented with poppy seeds, coconut flakes, or sesame for a special flavor. When baked, they acquire an appetizing golden crust while remaining soft inside. Thanks to the cottage cheese, this pastry is not only tasty but also healthy, rich in calcium and protein. Its simplicity makes the recipe accessible for anyone wanting to delight themselves and loved ones with a cozy homemade treat.
1
Pass the cottage cheese through a sieve.
- Curd cheese (tvorog): 250 g
2
Add honey and egg, mix well.
- Honey: 1 tablespoon
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
3
Sift the flour with the baking powder. About 5 spoons of flour are needed, but it may be more. The dough should be of a consistency that can be molded.
- Wheat flour: 5 tablespoon
- Baking powder (raising agent): 0.5 teaspoon
4
Roll the dough into small rolls. Place them on greased parchment at a respectful distance from each other (the rolls will rise).
5
You can sprinkle with poppy seeds, coconut flakes, or sesame.
6
Bake for 15-20 minutes in a preheated oven at 180 degrees
