RUSSIAN ZAPEKANKA

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This is a sort of Russian cheesecake, except it is made with farmer's cheese. I have not tried it yet, but it does sound interesting. Recipe & photo:grouprecipes.com

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 c farmer's cheese
2 eggs, separated
5 Tbsp cream of wheat (not instant)
1/2 c sugar
1 tsp baking soda
1 pinch salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 Tbsp butter, melted
1/2 c toasted walnuts
1 c sliced strawberries
sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, combine cheese and egg yolks. Mix in the cream of wheat and sugar.
  • 2. Add baking soda, salt, vanilla and melted butter. Mix well.
  • 3. In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff; fold into other mixture. Fold in the walnuts.
  • 4. Add most of the strawberries and mix in.
  • 5. Pour mixture into a buttered 2-qt. baking dish. Spread a layer of sour cream on top and decorate with more sliced strawberries.
  • 6. Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven about 50 minutes, or until golden.
  • 7. NOTE: You may also add about 1/2 cup raisins, if you like. Add them with the walnuts.

Kalyango Henric
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I'm not sure how I feel about this zapekanka recipe. It seems like it might be a bit too sweet for my taste.


Jose Americu
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I'm curious to try this zapekanka. It looks like a unique and tasty dish.


Nathaniel Assibi
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This zapekanka recipe is bookmarked for my next baking project.


Hoj rat
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I'm going to make this zapekanka for my next brunch party.


Faizjan Wazir
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This zapekanka looks delicious!


Anas Awni
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I can't wait to try this zapekanka recipe.


filomena savukalia
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This zapekanka is a great make-ahead breakfast or snack.


Luke Matheson
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I've made this zapekanka several times and it's always a hit.


Ahmed Byser
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This zapekanka is a great way to get your kids to eat their творог.


Barbra d'Engle
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my house.


alin
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This zapekanka is so versatile. You can add different fruits, nuts, or spices to change up the flavor.


Anil Das
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients and it comes together quickly.


Md Md
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This zapekanka is a great way to use up leftover творог. It's also a delicious and easy breakfast or snack.


John Eric
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This was my first time making zapekanka and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect.


Young Wolf
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I'm not a big fan of творог, but this zapekanka was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced and the texture was perfect.


Luke Tippey
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This zapekanka was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and so delicious. The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was just right.