Name: Eastern European cottage cheese pie Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: Flour – 400 g (2.5 cups); Baking powder – 1 teaspoon; Salt – 1/8 teaspoon; Cold butter – 200 g (7.0 oz / 10 tablespoons); Natural yogurt – 4 tablespoons; Egg – 1 piece; Sugar – 4 tablespoons; Cottage cheese, ricotta, or cream cheese – 500 g (17.6 oz / 3 cups); Egg – 1 piece; Egg white – 1 piece; Natural yogurt – 2 tablespoons; Sugar – 4 tablespoons; Vanilla sugar – 1 teaspoon; Egg yolk – 1 piece; Milk – 1 teaspoon; Powdered sugar – for dusting; A standard measuring cup (250 ml) is used

Eastern European Cottage Cheese Pie Recipe, a traditional dessert known for its buttery shortcrust base and luscious cheese filling. This pie combines the delicate flavors of cottage cheese, ricotta, or cream cheese with a hint of vanilla and a touch of sweetness, creating a perfectly balanced treat. The dough, made with flour, butter, yogurt, and eggs, is tender and slightly crisp, complementing the creamy, lightly sweetened cheese filling. Topped with decorative dough cutouts and dusted with powdered sugar, this pie is not only delicious but also visually stunning. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy afternoon treat, this Eastern European classic pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee. Serve it warm or chilled, and enjoy a slice of tradition with every bite!

Directions

1. Step

In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Add the cold butter and rub it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the natural yogurt and egg, mixing until a dough forms. Divide the dough into two equal portions.

2. Step

In another bowl, mix the cream cheese (or cottage cheese/ricotta), natural yogurt, egg, egg white, sugar, and vanilla sugar until smooth.

3. Step

Roll out one portion of dough into a 22×22 cm (8.5×8.5 inch) square and place it in a baking dish. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes. Pour the cheese filling over the dough. Roll out the second portion of dough and place it on top of the filling. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and milk. Brush this mixture over the top layer of dough. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake for 35 minutes or until golden brown.