Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Ukraine with this classic Zapekanka, a delightful cheesecake made with farmer’s cheese, eggs, sour cream, and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for dessert or even as a sweet breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling:
- 2 cups farmer’s cheese (or well-drained ricotta)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup semolina or all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- 1/3 cup raisins (optional)
Additional:
- butter for greasing the pan
- powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a medium-sized baking dish with butter.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the farmer’s cheese, eggs, sour cream, sugar, semolina or flour, salt, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth.
- Add raisins and bake: Fold in raisins if using, pour the mixture into the dish, and bake for 45-50 minutes until set and golden.
- Cool and serve: Let it cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve warm or chilled.
Notes
- You can substitute ricotta cheese for farmer’s cheese if needed.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour or cornstarch instead of semolina.
- This dessert pairs well with fruit preserves or fresh berries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
