Paskha a Traditional Russian Easter Dessert

cottage cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: farmer's cheese

Ricotta provides a similar texture with a lighter flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

Drain excess liquid from the cottage cheese using a cheesecloth.

Mix the cottage cheese and butter in a bowl until smooth.

Add sugar, egg yolks, and vanilla extract to the mixture and blend well.

Fold in the dried fruits, nuts, and citron zest until evenly distributed.

Season with a pinch of salt to enhance flavors.

Line a mold with cheesecloth and fill it with the mixture, pressing down firmly.

Cover the top with the cheesecloth and place a weight on it to compact.

Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow flavors to meld and the texture to set.

Unmold the Paskha onto a serving plate and remove the cheesecloth.

Garnish with additional dried fruits and nuts as desired.

Serve chilled during Easter celebrations.

Cooking Techniques

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