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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.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 324 kcal
Course: Dessert, Breakfast, Cake
Cuisine: Russian, Ukrainian

Ingredients

  • 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

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  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

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: 8 Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 324

% 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.