Cranberry cake with raisins
Cheese and Raisin Cake - a delicious choice for any occasion
Welcome to the sweet world of cooking! Today, I will share a cake recipe that combines the delicate flavors of cheese with the sweetness of raisins and the freshness of apricots. This cheese and raisin cake is a perfect choice for a quick yet impressive dessert, ideal for gatherings with friends, holiday meals, or simply to treat yourself on the weekend.
Total preparation time: 1 hour
Number of servings: 12
A brief story about the cheese cake:
Throughout history, cheese has been an essential ingredient in many dessert recipes, possessing amazing versatility. Combined with various flavors and ingredients, cheese can transform a simple dish into a culinary masterpiece. The cheese cake we will prepare today is a simple yet rich-tasting variant that will bring smiles to the faces of your loved ones.
Necessary ingredients:
For the base:
- 4 large eggs
- 500 g Cremosso yogurt (about 4 small yogurts)
- 10 tablespoons of sugar
- 12 tablespoons of oil
- A pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon of lemon essence
- 400 g flour
- 10 g baking powder (about 1 packet)
For the cheese filling:
- 400 g sweet cheese (preferably cow's cheese)
- 2 eggs
- 2 heaping tablespoons of semolina
- 4 tablespoons of sugar
- 2 packets of vanilla sugar
- 50 g raisins
- A pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon of lemon essence
For decoration:
- 12 apricots (about 24 halves)
Preparing the bases:
1. Prepare your ingredients: Make sure you have all the ingredients at room temperature. This will help with better homogenization of the mixture.
2. In a large bowl, start beating the eggs using a mixer on medium speed. Gradually add the sugar and continue mixing until the mixture becomes frothy and light in color.
3. Add the oil, mixing constantly. The oil will help achieve a moist and delicious base.
4. In another bowl, combine the yogurt with the baking powder and mix well. Then, incorporate this mixture into the egg composition, mixing gently.
5. Add a pinch of salt, the lemon essence, and gradually the flour. Mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until you obtain a thick mixture, similar to that of a cake, but not as fluffy.
Preparing the filling:
6. In a separate bowl, mix the sweet cheese with sugar, lemon essence, semolina, and raisins. Make sure the cheese is well crushed and homogenized.
7. Add the two eggs, mixing until well combined. The filling should be creamy, but slightly denser.
Assembling the cake:
8. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. Line a 22x34 cm baking tray with parchment paper. This will help the cake release easily after baking.
9. Pour 3/4 of the batter into the prepared tray and level it with a spatula. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, until the base is lightly browned at the edges.
10. Meanwhile, prepare the cheese filling. After the base has cooled slightly, add the cheese filling on top. Make sure to distribute it evenly.
11. Pour the remaining batter over the filling. Then, place the apricot halves on top so that each piece of cake has half an apricot on it.
12. Place the tray back in the oven and bake for 25-35 minutes, until the cake is browned and well baked.
13. Once the cake is ready, let it cool completely in the tray, then slice and serve.
Useful tips:
- You can replace the raisins with other dried fruits, such as cranberries or dried apricots, to vary the flavors.
- Instead of 12 apricots, you can use peaches or plums, depending on your preferences.
- This cake pairs perfectly with a scoop of yogurt or vanilla ice cream, adding a contrast of textures and flavors.
Nutritional benefits:
This cake is rich in protein due to the cheese and eggs, while the yogurt adds a source of beneficial probiotics for digestion. Raisins are an excellent source of antioxidants, and apricots provide a boost of vitamins and minerals.
Calories:
A serving of cake contains approximately 250 calories, depending on the ingredients used.
I hope this cheese and raisin cake recipe becomes one of your favorites and brings joy to your tables! Feel free to share this recipe with friends and experiment with different ingredients to give it a personal touch. Enjoy!
Ingredients: For the base: 4 eggs; 4 small yogurts (500 gr.) Cremosso yogurt from Danone; 10 tablespoons sugar; 12 tablespoons oil; salt; 1 tablespoon lemon essence; 400 gr. flour; 1 packet baking powder (10 gr.) For the cheese filling: 400 gr. sweet cheese; 2 eggs; 2 heaping tablespoons semolina; 4 tablespoons sugar; 2 packets vanilla sugar; 50 gr. raisins; salt; 1 tablespoon lemon essence; For decoration: 12 apricots (24 halves)
