Russian Cheesecake – Zapekanka

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 14
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Russian Cheesecake - Zapekanka
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups cottage cheese ( small curd )
2 eggs
1/2 cup Splenda granular or 1/2 cup sugar
4 tablespoons butter ( softened , divided )
2 tablespoons semolina
1 envelope vanilla sugar or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup raisins
1 teaspoon flour
1 cup sour cream
1 envelope vanilla sugar or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons Splenda granular or 3 tablespoons sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
250
Sugar
12g
Fat
12g
Russian Cheesecake, or Zapekanka, is a popular dessert in Russia and Eastern Europe. It is usually served for breakfast or as a dessert after a meal. This cheesecake is made with cottage cheese and has a light and creamy texture. It is a healthier alternative to traditional cheesecake, as it contains less sugar and fat. The raisins in the cheesecake provide natural sweetness and the sour cream topping adds a tangy flavor. This dessert is perfect for those who love cheesecake but want a lighter option.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F
2.In a large mixing bowl, beat together cottage cheese, eggs, Splenda, 2 tbsp butter, semolina, vanilla sugar or extract, and raisins
3.Grease a 9-inch baking dish with 1 tbsp of butter and sprinkle flour on the base
4.Pour the mixture into the dish and bake for 20-25 minutes
5.In another mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream, 1 tbsp melted butter, vanilla sugar or extract, and Splenda
6.Pour the mixture onto the baked cheesecake and bake for another 10-15 minutes
7.Once done, allow the cheesecake to cool down before serving
8.

PROS

Delicious and creamy dessert that is easy to make.
The sweetness can be adjusted to taste with Splenda, making it a healthier option compared to sugar.
The raisins provide a natural sweetness and the sour cream topping adds extra creaminess.

CONS

Not suitable for those who are lactose intolerant.
Can be high in calories and fat if consumed in large portions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cottage cheese is a rich source of calcium and protein, making it beneficial for bone health and muscle building. Raisins are also a good source of fiber and antioxidants.

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