Quick cottage cheese rolls. Ātrie biezpiena rullīši.

cottage cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: farmer's cheese

Ricotta is lower in fat, while farmer's cheese is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be a cost-effective alternative.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt provides similar creaminess with fewer calories.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while all-purpose is often cheaper.

Mix flour and salt in a bowl.

Add eggs and mix until combined.

Gradually add cottage cheese and mix until smooth.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until elastic, about 5 minutes.

Roll out the dough into a thin rectangle.

Spread a layer of sour cream over the dough.

Sprinkle with sugar, lemon zest, and nutmeg.

Roll the dough tightly into a log shape.

Cut the log into equal pieces, about 2 inches thick.

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

Carefully add the pieces to the boiling water and cook until they float, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Transfer the cooked pieces to a baking dish.

Melt butter and pour over the štruklji.

Sprinkle with bread crumbs and bake until golden, about 20 minutes.

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