Farmers Cheese Cake with Raisins (Zapekanka)

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Farmers Cheese Cake with Raisins (Zapekanka)

Farmers Cheese Cake with Raisins, known as Zapekanka, combines farmer's cheese, eggs, and cream of wheat into a smooth batter dotted with raisins. This baked cheesecake has a golden top and a creamy, slightly dense texture. It can be enjoyed warm or cold, offering a hearty and mildly sweet treat, useful for a breakfast or dessert option that showcases simple dairy and grain ingredients.

Description

Farmers Cheese Cake with Raisins (Zapekanka) blends silky farmer's cheese with eggs, sour cream, and cream of wheat, creating a smooth batter enhanced by the chewy raisins. The inclusion of baking powder helps it rise slightly during baking, forming a golden crust while maintaining a creamy interior. Baked in a parchment-lined pan, it sets into a firm yet soft cake that slices cleanly.

The flavor is mildly sweet with the tartness of farmer's cheese balanced by the raisins and sugar, providing pleasant texture contrasts. Baking at 375°F for about 35 minutes ensures a cooked-through but tender result.

Slices can be served either warm or cold, making it versatile for different serving preferences or occasions. The recipe's straightforward approach highlights the cheese's flavor along with the added burst of sweetness from raisins, making it suitable as a simple dessert or a comforting breakfast cake.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 4 egg
  • 20 oz farmer's cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup cream of wheat
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 cup raisins

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients for the recipe.
  2. Combine farmer's cheese, eggs, sugar, sour cream, cream of wheat, and baking powder in a blender or a mixer. Blend until you get a smooth texture.
  3. Fold raisins into the batter, evenly distributing them throughout.
  4. Line an 8x12 inch or 9-inch round baking pan with parchment paper or spray it generously with cooking spray. Spread the batter evenly into the pan. Bake it at 375°F for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.
  5. Let the cake cool to room temperature. Slice it into squares. Serve cold or warm slices up in the microwave or oven.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 324kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 14g (28%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 120mg (40%) Sodium 358mg (15%) Potassium 388mg (8%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 13g (26%) Vitamin A 300IU (6%) Vitamin C 1.2mg (1%) Calcium 191mg (19%) Iron 4.6mg (26%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 324 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 324kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 14g 28%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 120mg 40%
Sodium 358mg 15%
Potassium 388mg 8%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 13g 26%
Vitamin A 300IU 6%
Vitamin C 1.2mg 1%
Calcium 191mg 19%
Iron 4.6mg 26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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