Traditional Czech Cottage Cheese Pie

Dive into the heart of Central Europe with this Traditional Czech Cottage Cheese Pie, a timeless dessert boasting a delicate balance of buttery crust and creamy, citrus-kissed filling. Featuring a tender homemade crust made from all-purpose flour, cold butter, and a hint of sweetness, this pie is filled with a luscious blend of soft, unsalted cottage cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and a touch of lemon zest for a refreshing twist. Optional raisins lend a pop of texture, while a dusting of powdered sugar adds a charming finishing touch. Perfect for brunch, teatime, or an after-dinner indulgence, this authentic Czech delicacy is easy to prepare and offers a comforting taste of old-world tradition.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 120 grams Unsalted butter (cold)
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 500 grams Cottage cheese (soft, unsalted)
• 100 grams Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 50 grams Raisins (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting after baking)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch pie pan with butter or cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the cold, diced butter.

Step 3

Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, crumble the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Add the egg yolk and 1-2 tablespoons of cold water, mixing until the dough begins to come together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Step 5

While the dough is chilling, prepare the filling. In a separate bowl, combine the cottage cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, egg, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth. If desired, fold in the raisins.

Step 6

Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator. Roll it out on a floured surface to fit your pie pan, including some dough to cover the sides of the pan.

Step 7

Gently press the dough into the prepared pie pan, trimming any excess around the edges.

Step 8

Pour the cottage cheese filling into the crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.

Step 10

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.

Step 11

Slice and enjoy your Traditional Czech Cottage Cheese Pie with a cup of coffee or tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1171.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3223.6

Total Fat 133.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 751.0mg	0%
Sodium 2142.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 416.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 207.7g
Protein 93.2g	0%

Vitamin D 131.1IU	0%
Calcium 560.0mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 1291.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.1%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 51.4%