Sweet cheese pie with puff pastry

Name: Sweet cheese pie with puff pastry - Adelaida C.
Ingredients: 400 g puff pastry; 700; 800 g cottage cheese; 3 eggs; 10 tablespoons of sugar; 10 tablespoons of semolina; 1 cup whipped vegetable cream; margarine and flour for greasing the pan

Desert - Sweet cheese pie with puff pastry by Adelaida C. - Recipia

To prepare a delicious cheese pie, it is essential to follow a few simple steps, but with attention to detail, which will make a difference in the final taste of the dish. We start by preparing the filling. Choose a fresh, well-drained cheese to avoid a too-soft composition. Mix the cheese with the other ingredients, which may include eggs, sour cream, or yogurt, depending on your preferences. It is important to add semolina or sugar depending on how well the cheese is drained and the desired sweetness. The semolina will help absorb moisture and provide a pleasant texture, while the sugar will add a touch of sweetness. After the filling is well combined, move on to the dough. Roll out the dough into a thin sheet on a floured work surface to prevent sticking. Divide the sheet of dough into three equal parts. Take each piece of dough and spread it evenly with the cheese mixture, making sure to cover the entire surface. Then, roll each piece of dough, forming a tight roll. After you have created the three rolls, braid them carefully, just like with a sweet bread, so that you get a beautiful and airy crown. Once you have finished braiding, place the crown-shaped pie in a round baking dish that has been greased with margarine and dusted with flour to prevent sticking. It is recommended to let the pie rest for about 15 minutes before putting it in the oven, to allow the dough to rise slightly. Preheat the oven to a medium temperature, around 180 degrees Celsius, and bake the pie for about 45 minutes, or until it becomes golden and crispy on the outside. After the pie is ready, let it cool in the pan for a few minutes, then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Once it has cooled, cut the pie into slices similar to those of a cake. If desired, you can dust it with powdered sugar for a more attractive appearance and to add a touch of sweetness. This dish is perfect for serving at festive meals as well as for everyday dessert, being a delicious combination of flavors and textures that will delight any cheese lover.