Cheesecakes are one of the most beloved and recognizable dishes of Russian cuisine, which has gained popularity not only in Russia, but also far beyond its borders. These tender, flavorful flatbreads made of cottage cheese have become a real symbol of home comfort and warmth, evoking nostalgic memories of childhood and family breakfasts.
The preparation of cheesecakes is simple and accessible, which makes them a great option for the everyday table.
Cheesecakes can be served both hot and cold, supplementing them with various fillings and sauces. The classic combination is sour cream or jam, but they can also be served with honey, yogurt, fresh berries or fruit.
Ingredients:
- cottage cheese – 500 g;
- eggs – 2 pcs;
- salt – ½ tsp;
- sugar – 1 tbsp;
- flour – 4 tbsp.
Preparation of cheesecakes:
Knead cottage cheese, pour salt and sugar to it, beat eggs.
Soak your hands in water, sprinkle the work surface with
flour
, pinch off small pieces of cottage cheese
.
For the berry filling, mix a couple of spoons of sugar with starch to retain moisture.
Form a flatbread from the curd lump, sprinkle sugar and starch on the flatbread, put a berry and seal inside. Create beautiful pucks of cheesecakes, place them in heated oil in a frying pan.
Fry the cheesecakes on one side and then on the second side. When frying the second side, cover the pan with a lid.
This way the cheesecakes will be puffier after cooking.
You can make cheesecakes with cherry, blueberry, chocolate filling.
They are delicious and puffy cheesecakes for breakfast.
