Тары чизкейк. Творожный чизкейк. Казахский чизкейк.

cottage cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Ricotta provides a similar texture with fewer calories.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt offers a healthier option with similar tanginess.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with unique flavor.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

In a large bowl, mix cottage cheese, sour cream, and eggs until smooth.

Add sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest; mix until well combined.

In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the cheese mixture.

Fold in raisins, poppy seeds, and chopped walnuts gently.

Grease a baking dish with butter and pour in the mixture.

Smooth the top with a spatula and sprinkle a few extra walnuts on top.

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes until set and golden on top.

Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Slice and serve chilled, drizzled with honey if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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