Tvarohové kapsy, also known as cottage cheese pocket tarts, are a traditional Czech pastry that is a delightful treat to indulge in. These delectable pastries are made with a flaky pastry dough that is filled with a sweet and creamy cottage cheese filling, then baked to golden perfection. The combination of the crispy pastry and the smooth, rich filling makes these tarts an irresistible treat that is perfect for any occasion.
In this article, we will provide you with two different recipes for tvarohové kapsy: a traditional recipe and a modern twist on the classic. The traditional recipe features a simple pastry dough filled with a mixture of cottage cheese, sugar, vanilla, and lemon zest. The modern recipe adds a layer of fruit preserves to the filling, creating a sweet and tangy flavor combination. Both recipes are easy to follow and will result in delicious and authentic tvarohové kapsy that will impress your family and friends. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create these delightful Czech pastries.
COTTAGE CHEESE POCKET TARTS - CZECH
This recipe is being entered for ZWT II & my source is fooddownunder.com. Funny the things you can find after so many yrs of loving & craving Czech kolaches. I was raised on them, but this kolache variation sounds wonderful to me & is so easy to make. This may well become my NEW favorite kolache! (Yield depends on size of tart made & has been "roughly estimated". Time does not include time to chill the dough.)
Provided by twissis
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 12 Tarts, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Cream butter till fluffy. Add cottage cheese & blend VERY well.
- Work in flour & chill dough thoroughly.
- Roll on lightly floured surface into thin sheets & cut into squares.
- On ea square of dough, place 1 teaspoon of strawberry preserves. Fold over to make a triangle & press edges together w/tines of a fork.
- Place on baking sheet, bake for 15 min & serve warm.
- NOTE: Altho strawberry preserves are used in this recipe, more typically Czech fillings are suggested as well & include: prune, apricot or date-nut.
COTTAGE CHERRY TARTS
Make and share this Cottage Cherry Tarts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Orchards Finestreg
Categories Tarts
Time 24m
Yield 4 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- HEAT oven to 350°F Mix flour and salt in a medium bowl. Cut shortening into flour mixture with pastry blender. Cut in cottage cheese and vanilla until a firm dough is formed.
- SPRINKLE counter with powdered sugar. Roll out dough to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into 2-inch squares. Fill with 1/2 teaspoon preserves. Overlap opposite corners; seal tightly. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
- BAKE 14 to 16 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool 2 minutes. Remove to wire rack to cool completely. Arrange on serving platter; sprinkle with powdered sugar, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1032, Fat 54.5, SaturatedFat 13.9, Cholesterol 9.6, Sodium 817, Carbohydrate 120.2, Fiber 3, Sugar 43.1, Protein 14.6
TRADITIONAL CZECH COTTAGE CHEESE PIE
Make and share this Traditional Czech Cottage Cheese Pie recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dienia B.
Categories Pie
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Slightly mash cottage cheese.
- Stir in eggs, milk, sugar, and lemon juice; mix well.
- Stir in raisins.
- Pour into pie shell.
- Bake in 375 degree Fahrenheit oven for 40 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.
Tips:
- To make the dough easier to work with, chill it for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.
- If you don't have a rolling pin, you can use a wine bottle or even a glass to roll out the dough.
- Be sure to preheat your oven before baking the tarts. This will help them cook evenly.
- If you don't have any vanilla sugar, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar.
- To make the tarts ahead of time, bake them according to the recipe and then let them cool completely. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat the tarts, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake them for 10-15 minutes, or until they are warmed through.
Conclusion:
Czech cottage cheese pocket tarts are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover cottage cheese. With their flaky crust and creamy filling, these tarts are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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