Classic Passover Cottage Cheese Delight
Relish in the flavors of this delightful Passover Cottage Cheese Cake, a rich and creamy dessert that captures the essence of tradition while adding a touch of elegance to your holiday gatherings. This cake features a buttery matzo crust that perfectly complements the luscious filling made of cottage cheese, cream cheese, and delicate flavors of orange and vanilla. Perfectly baked and chilled, this dessert is sure to impress your guests and become a cherished part of your Passover celebration. Note that the preparation and baking time does not include cooling and refrigeration time, so plan ahead to enjoy this easy yet impressive treat.
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
1 1/2 cups (softened)
Matzo meal
1 1/4 cups
Sugar
2 tablespoons
Ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon
Sweet red wine
2 tablespoons
Cream-style cottage cheese
1 cup (sieved)
Cream cheese
8 ounces (softened)
Eggs
3 large (separated, at room temperature)
Sugar
2/3 cup
Sour cream
1 cup
Potato starch
1 tablespoon
Grated orange rind
1 tablespoon
Vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and position the oven rack in the middle.
2
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add the matzo meal, sugar, and cinnamon, mixing until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3
Incorporate the sweet red wine into the crust mixture until it holds together. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom and partially up the sides of an ungreased 8-inch springform pan to form the crust.
4
Start making the filling by mixing the cream-style cottage cheese and softened cream cheese in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth.
5
Add the egg yolks one at a time, ensuring to beat well after each addition. Then, gradually mix in the sugar, followed by the sour cream, potato starch, grated orange rind, and vanilla extract until everything is well combined.
6
In a separate clean bowl, whip the egg whites using clean beaters until they reach stiff peaks. Gently fold half of the beaten egg whites into the cheese mixture to lighten it, then carefully fold in the remaining egg whites until no streaks remain.
7
Pour the creamy filling atop the prepared crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
8
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Once done, turn off the oven and allow the cake to cool inside with the door slightly ajar, which helps prevent cracking.
9
After cooling, chill the cake in the pan for at least 4 hours or, ideally, overnight for best flavor.
10
To serve, run a thin knife around the edge of the pan, then carefully remove the sides of the springform pan.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Classic Passover Cottage Cheese Delight?
It is a rich and creamy Passover dessert featuring a buttery matzo crust and a luscious filling made of cottage cheese, cream cheese, orange, and vanilla.
Is this recipe suitable for Passover?
Yes, it is specifically designed for Passover, using matzo meal for the crust and potato starch as a thickener.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
What type of pan is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for an ungreased 8-inch springform pan.
How is the matzo crust prepared?
Mix softened butter, matzo meal, sugar, and cinnamon until it forms coarse crumbs, then incorporate sweet red wine until it holds together.
What ingredients are used in the cheese filling?
The filling consists of sieved cream-style cottage cheese, cream cheese, egg yolks, sugar, sour cream, potato starch, grated orange rind, vanilla extract, and whipped egg whites.
How many eggs are needed for this cake?
The recipe requires 3 large eggs, separated and at room temperature.
How should the egg whites be handled?
Whip the egg whites until they reach stiff peaks, then gently fold them into the cheese mixture in two batches.
What is the recommended baking time?
Bake the cake for 1 hour.
How do I prevent the cake from cracking after baking?
Turn off the oven and allow the cake to cool inside with the door slightly ajar.
How long does the cake need to chill before serving?
Chill the cake in the pan for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight for the best flavor.
What citrus flavor is included in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of grated orange rind.
Does the recipe use vanilla?
Yes, it uses 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How do I remove the cake from the springform pan?
Run a thin knife around the edge of the pan, then carefully remove the sides of the springform pan.
Is there any alcohol in the ingredients?
Yes, the crust includes 2 tablespoons of sweet red wine.
What type of cottage cheese is recommended?
The recipe specifies 1 cup of sieved cream-style cottage cheese.
Where should the oven rack be positioned?
Position the oven rack in the middle.
How much matzo meal is used?
The recipe requires 1 1/4 cups of matzo meal.
What is the role of potato starch?
Potato starch is used in the filling, likely as a thickening agent suitable for Passover dietary laws.
Is the crust baked before adding the filling?
No, the creamy filling is poured atop the prepared crust and then the whole cake is baked together.
How much butter is in the crust?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 cups of softened butter.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include passover, dessert, cottage cheese, cream cheese, traditional, holiday baking, matzo meal, cake, and jewish cuisine.
Is there cinnamon in the recipe?
Yes, 1/8 teaspoon of ground cinnamon is included in the crust mixture.
What is the serving size for this cake?
The serving size and specific number of servings are not provided in the recipe data.
How much sugar is required in total?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of sugar in the crust and 2/3 cup of sugar in the filling.
Does the cake contain sour cream?
Yes, 1 cup of sour cream is added to the filling.
What should the consistency of the crust mixture be?
It should resemble coarse crumbs and then hold together once the sweet red wine is incorporated.
Should the bowl used for whipping egg whites be clean?
Yes, use a separate clean bowl and clean beaters to ensure the egg whites reach stiff peaks.
What is the texture of the filling?
The filling is described as rich, creamy, and luscious.
Can this be made at the last minute?
No, because it requires cooling and at least 4 hours of refrigeration, you should plan ahead.