Fruit and cottage cheese cake

Fruit and Cottage Cheese Cake

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 40 minutes
Total time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Number of servings: 12

Discover an exquisite and full-flavored delicacy perfect for any occasion: the fruit and cottage cheese cake. This recipe is not just a simple dessert, but a symphony of flavors and textures that will win you over from the first bite. The combination of creamy cheese, sweet fruit and a fluffy base will turn any meal into a feast. Let's venture together to make this delicious cake!

Ingredients

For the cake top:
- 5 large eggs
- 3 large tablespoons boiling water
- 5 tablespoons sugar
- 5 tablespoons flour
- ½ sachet baking powder
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Grated zest of one lemon
- Vanilla essence

For the cheese filling
- 700 g cottage cheese
- 1 packet vanilla pudding
- 7 tablespoons vanilla icing sugar
- 50 g candied cranberries
- 1 tablespoon of semolina
- Apricot compote (enough to cover the fruit layer)

Preparation Instructions

1. Preparing the oven: Start by preheating the oven to 180°C. This step is crucial to ensure even baking of the cake.

2. Preparing the apricots: Drain the apricots well from the compote and leave to dry in a colander. This will prevent excess moisture from affecting the texture of the cake.

3. Cheese Mix: In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese with the pudding packet, 5 tablespoons vanilla icing sugar, grated lemon zest, 1 tablespoon semolina and 2 egg yolks. Use a mixer to make the mixture creamy and smooth. Add the candied cranberries and mix gently.

4. To make the meringue: In a separate bowl, beat 5 egg whites with 5 tablespoons of sugar until stiff meringue. In another bowl, combine the 3 egg yolks, 3 tablespoons boiling water, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 5 tablespoons flour, vanilla essence, grated lemon zest and baking powder. Gently fold the meringue into the mixture, being careful not to deactivate it.

5. Assembling the cake: In a round cake tin, pour half of the batter. Place the compote apricots (or other fresh fruit if you prefer) on top of this layer. Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the fruit, then pour the rest of the topping mixture.

6. Baking: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake the cake for 10 minutes on high, then reduce the temperature to low and continue baking for 30 minutes. It is important not to open the oven door during baking to prevent the cake from falling out.

7. Check baking: After the 40 minutes, use a toothpick to check if the cake is baked. If the toothpick comes out clean, the cake is done. Remove it from the oven and let it cool completely.

8. Serving: Once the cake has cooled, remove it from the tin and place it on a serving plate. Dust with 2 tablespoons vanilla icing sugar for an elegant look. It's delicious plain or with a topping of whipped cream or fresh fruit.

Serving suggestions: This fruit and cottage cheese cake is perfect with a glass of amaretto or a cup of fruit tea. You can serve it on a special occasion or simply as a weekend dessert.

Useful tips:
- For an even more intense flavor, you can add a few drops of almond essence to the cheese mixture.
- Instead of apricots, use other seasonal fruits such as peaches, plums or apples.

Nutrition facts:
This cake is high in protein thanks to the cottage cheese, which helps maintain muscle and bone health. The cranberries also add a touch of antioxidants, giving the body anti-inflammatory properties. In total, one serving of cake contains about 250 calories, making it an easier choice for dessert.

Frequently asked questions:
1. Can I use skim cottage cheese?
Yes, but the cake will be less creamy.

2. How can I store the cake?
This cake can be kept in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, covered with plastic wrap.

3. Can it be frozen?
We recommend not to freeze the cake as the texture may change when defrosting.

4. What other recipes can I try?
If you liked this cake, we recommend you also try a fruit tart or a cheesecake with cottage cheese.

In conclusion, fruit and cottage cheese cake is not just a simple recipe, but a culinary experience that will bring joy to your tables. Whether you choose to serve it for a special occasion or simply to treat yourself, this cake will delight your taste buds and bring smiles to the faces of your loved ones. Bon appétit!

 Ingredients: 5 large eggs, 3 tablespoons of boiled water, 5 tablespoons of sugar, 5 tablespoons of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, grated zest of one lemon, vanilla essence, 700 grams of cow cheese, 1 package of vanilla pudding, 7 tablespoons of vanilla powdered sugar, 50 grams of candied cranberries, 1 tablespoon of semolina, canned apricots, cocoa.