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Recipe for: Traditional Polish Cheesecake

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Traditional Polish cheesecake is a true classic that delights with its creamy texture and delicate flavor. The aroma of vanilla and a subtle hint of lemon give it a unique character, while the crumbly base perfectly complements the soft cheese filling. Ideal for family gatherings or holidays, this cheesecake is an inseparable part of Polish pastry tradition, combining simplicity with refined taste.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (8)

Servings:
12
  • Butter cookies (biscuits) 200 g
  • Cottage cheese 1000 g
  • Butter 200 g
  • Sugar 200 g
  • Wheat flour 50 g
  • Sugar 10 g
  • Chicken egg 4 g
  • ✨ Optional
  • Lemon zest 5 g
💰 Estimated dish cost: ~38.53 PLN (3.21 PLN/serving)

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Preparation steps

1

Prepare the cheesecake base by mixing crushed cookies with melted butter. Spread the mixture evenly on the bottom of the springform pan and press down lightly.

Ingredients: Butter, Butter cookies (biscuits)
Aby spód był bardziej zwarty, można go schłodzić w lodówce przez 15 minut.
2

Blend the cottage cheese with sugar, vanilla sugar, and lemon zest until smooth. Then gradually add the eggs, mixing on low speed.

Ingredients: Cottage cheese, Sugar, Chicken egg
Upewnij się, że wszystkie składniki są w temperaturze pokojowej.
3

Add the wheat flour to the cheese mixture and gently mix. Pour the mixture onto the previously prepared base.

Ingredients: Wheat flour
Unikaj zbyt intensywnego mieszania, aby sernik nie opadł.
4

Bake the cheesecake in an oven preheated to 160°C for about 60 minutes. After baking, leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door ajar to cool down.

Sernik jest gotowy, gdy środek jest lekko sprężysty, ale nie płynny.

Fun Fact

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Polish cheesecake has its roots in Jewish traditions and became popular in Poland in the 19th century. Depending on the region, you can find different versions of this cake, with various additions and flavors.

Best for

Rodzinne spotkania Święta Urodziny

Tips

🍽️ Serving

The cheesecake is best served chilled, on elegant porcelain tableware. It can be decorated with fresh fruits, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar, which will add a special touch. It pairs perfectly with coffee or tea.

🥡 Storage

Store leftover cheesecake in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where it can stay fresh for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the cheesecake, but it's best to reheat it in the oven at a low temperature to maintain its creamy texture.

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