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Zapekanka

Name: Zapekanka
Prep time: PT20 minutes
Cook time: PT40-50 minutes
Total time: PT1 hour - 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Russia
Ingredients: 600 g Tvorog (farmer cheese) (Ensure it's well-drained. If using a very wet tvorog, you might need to press out excess liquid.); 3 undefined Large Eggs; 100 g Granulated Sugar (Adjust to your sweetness preference.); 3 tbsp Semolina (Suji) (This helps bind the casserole and gives it a slightly firm texture.); 50 g Raisins (Optional. If using, rinse and pat dry. You can soak them in warm water or rum for 10 minutes beforehand for extra moisture and flavor.); 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (Optional, for added flavor.); 1 tbsp Butter (For greasing the baking dish.)

Russian Baked Farmer Cheese Casserole

A beloved Soviet-era classic, Zapekanka is a comforting and subtly sweet baked pudding made from tvorog (farmer cheese). It resembles a dense cheesecake and can be enjoyed for breakfast or as a dessert, often served with a dollop of sour cream or fruit jam.

Tiempo de Preparación20 minutes

Tiempo de Cocción40-50 minutes

Tiempo Total1 hour - 1 hour 10 minutes

Porciones8

DificultadEasy

2 ediciones· Feb 8

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🧂 Ingredientes

600 g Tvorog (farmer cheese)(Ensure it's well-drained. If using a very wet tvorog, you might need to press out excess liquid.)
3 Large Eggs
100 g Granulated Sugar(Adjust to your sweetness preference.)
3 tbsp Semolina (Suji)(This helps bind the casserole and gives it a slightly firm texture.)
50 g Raisins(Optional. If using, rinse and pat dry. You can soak them in warm water or rum for 10 minutes beforehand for extra moisture and flavor.)
1 tsp Vanilla Extract(Optional, for added flavor.)
1 tbsp Butter(For greasing the baking dish.)

👨‍🍳 Instrucciones

1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a medium-sized baking dish (approximately 20x20 cm or 8x8 inches) with butter.
⏱️ 5 minutes
2
In a large bowl, combine the tvorog, eggs, and granulated sugar. Mix thoroughly with a fork or a spatula until the mixture is relatively smooth and well combined. Don't overmix; some small lumps of tvorog are acceptable.
⏱️ 5 minutes
3
Add the semolina, vanilla extract (if using), and the prepared raisins to the tvorog mixture. Stir gently until everything is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
⏱️ 5 minutes
4
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Use your spatula to spread it evenly and smooth the top surface. The batter will be thick.
⏱️ 2 minutes
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out mostly clean, with perhaps a few moist crumbs.
⏱️ 40-50 minutes
6
Let the Zapekanka cool in the baking dish for at least 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows it to firm up further.
⏱️ 15-20 minutes

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💡 Consejos de Profesional

✓This dish is a classic from the Soviet era, often found in school cafeterias and homes.
✓The texture is denser than a typical cake, similar to a baked cheesecake or a very firm pudding.
✓Serve warm or at room temperature. It's traditionally accompanied by a dollop of sour cream (smetana), sweetened condensed milk, fruit jam, or fresh berries.

✨ Ideas de "Twist"

Inspiración para tu propia versión de esta receta

Add chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate to the batter for a chocolate version.
Incorporate fresh or frozen berries (like blueberries or raspberries) into the batter.
For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of sour cream or a bit of lemon zest to the mixture.