Sernik Polish Cheesecake

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14
Delicious Sernik Polish Cheesecake Recipe
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hour 15 min

Ready In

95 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter , chilled
1 egg
1/4 cup sour cream or 1/4 cup plain yogurt
6 eggs , separated
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 tablespoons unsalted butter , softened
1 1/2 cups mashed potatoes , unseasoned about 3 medium
1 lb farmer cheese
1/4 cup Grand Marnier or 1/4 cup limoncello
1/2 teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 orange zest or 1 lemon zest

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
365
Sugar
28g
Fat
17g
Sernik Polish Cheesecake is a traditional Polish dessert that is rich and creamy. It is a popular dessert in Eastern Europe and can be found in many different variations. Sernik Polish Cheesecake is usually made with a combination of farmer's cheese, potatoes, and egg yolks that result in an amazing flavor. The texture is smooth and light, and the flavor is rich and creamy, making it a popular dessert for dinner parties, weddings, and family gatherings. Whether served plain, dusted with powdered sugar or made with fruit toppings, Sernik Polish Cheesecake is a delicious dessert that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F, with rack set in middle.
2.Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a food processor, and pulse until it turns to fine meal.
3.Add butter and pulse until it looks like coarse sand.
4.Add egg and sour cream and pulse until just combined.
5.Press dough onto bottom and 1 1/2 inches up side of a 9-inch springform pan.
6.Bake crust for 10 minutes, remove from oven and let cool while you prepare the filling.
7.With an electric mixer beat egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla until light and creamy.
8.Add softened butter, mashed potatoes, farmer cheese, Grand Marnier or limoncello, nutmeg, salt, and orange or lemon zest.
9.Scrape down sides of bowl.
10.In a separate bowl beat egg whites with electric mixer until stiff and glossy, but not dry.
11.Fold them into cheese-curd mixture.
12.Pour mixture into crust and smooth top.
13.Bake for approximately 1 hour at 350°F or until center is set.
14.Let cool in pan on a rack for 1 hour.
15.Chill in refrigerator until cold.

PROS

Sernik Polish Cheesecake quickly becomes a favorite around the house after trying.
It’s a soft and creamy dessert with a crispy crust that gives an amazing taste and a great dessert option at a dinner party or family gathering.

CONS

Sernik Polish Cheesecake can be high in calories and fat, it is a rich dessert that is best enjoyed in moderation, and it can be time-consuming to make.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Sernik Polish Cheesecake is not the healthiest dessert choice, it does come loaded with nutritional benefits of cheese, potatoes, and eggs. Proteins from these ingredients help muscles grow and repair themselves. Additionally, the nutrients in cheesecake, such as calcium and vitamin A, contribute to improving bone and eye health.

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