Cottage cheese ring with dried apricots
3 servings
75 minutes
Cottage cheese ring with dried apricots is a delicate and airy dessert of Russian cuisine that combines the softness of cottage cheese with the natural sweetness of dried apricots. Its origin is linked to the tradition of baking products based on cottage cheese, valued for its nutrition and lightness. Made with semolina and vanillin, this dessert acquires a velvety texture and subtle aroma. Dried apricots add a fruity note, balancing the flavor and making it rich. The baked ring turns out light and airy with a golden crust, while decoration with berries and sour cream adds freshness and festivity. This treat is perfect for cozy tea gatherings and also serves as a delicacy for children due to its soft consistency and natural sweetness.
1
Mix the yolks with sugar, softened butter, add vanillin, and beat everything with a fork.
- Sugar: 50 g
- Butter: 30 g
- Vanillin: pinch
2
Add cottage cheese, sour cream, semolina porridge, and blend everything with a hand blender.
- Curd cheese (tvorog): 250 g
- Sour cream: 2 tablespoons
- Semolina porridge: 120 g
3
Whip the egg whites into a foam and fold into the batter.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
4
Grease the mold with oil, sprinkle with breadcrumbs or flour, and pour in the batter.
- Butter: 30 g
5
Sprinkle with finely chopped dried apricots (if the apricots are very dry, soak them in boiling water beforehand to swell).
- Dried apricots: 30 g
6
Bake for 60 minutes at 180 degrees.
7
Place on a plate, garnish with berries and sour cream.
- Sour cream: 2 tablespoons
