German poppy seed cake with cottage cheese
Description
Perfectly pairs with tea and coffee. You will definitely like this cake, as its taste turns out to be delicate and airy. Many housewives in Germany consider it their signature dish. That's why it's definitely worth trying. Serve cooled or slightly warm.
Instructions
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Step 1
With your hands, turn cold butter, flour, and sugar into crumbs. Set aside two-thirds of the mixture and place it into a baking pan. Press it down firmly with your hands and refrigerate.
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Step 2
Pour milk into a saucepan, add sugar and butter. Place the pan on the stove and heat over low heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
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Step 3
Then add the semolina and poppy seeds to the saucepan with the boiling mixture. Mix thoroughly, turn off the heat, and let the mixture stand until it reaches a sour cream-like consistency.
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Step 4
Using a blender or mixer, beat the cottage cheese with a raw chicken egg. Then add the cottage cheese mixture to the poppy seed mixture. Mix everything thoroughly with a spoon.
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Step 5
Take the baking dish out of the refrigerator and pour the poppy seed mixture into it.
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Step 6
On top of the baking dish, spread the remaining butter crumb mixture. Then preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and place the pie inside. Bake for about an hour, then let it cool and serve.