Cottage cheese and apple souffle

To prepare a special delight, we start by getting our necessary ingredients ready. The first step is to cut the apples into small cubes, so that they integrate perfectly into the final composition. The apples can be of any kind, but sweet-sour ones, such as Granny Smith or Renet, are ideal for providing a balanced taste. After cutting them, we sprinkle them with lemon juice to prevent oxidation and to add a note of freshness.

In parallel, we take care of the cottage cheese, which we will mash well with a fork or mixer to achieve a fine and creamy texture. We add the egg yolks, sugar, and grated lemon peel, which will bring a pleasant fragrance and intense flavor. If we wish, we can replace the sugar with honey or another natural sweetener, depending on personal preferences.

The next step is to integrate chopped nuts or raisins into the composition, depending on our taste. The nuts add a pleasant crunch, while the raisins offer a subtle sweetness. Then, we incorporate semolina and baking powder, which will help the composition rise during baking, giving it a fluffy texture.

Once we have obtained a homogeneous paste, we add the apple cubes, mixing carefully to distribute them evenly throughout the composition. Finally, we beat the egg whites until stiff and fold them in gently to maintain the lightness of the preparation.

Once the composition is ready, we take care of the baking pan. It should be well greased with butter to prevent sticking and sprinkled with breadcrumbs, which will provide a crunchy and delicious crust. We pour the mixture evenly into the pan and add a few pieces of butter on top, which will melt during baking, adding extra flavor.

The filled pan is placed in the preheated oven at low heat, where it will bake for about an hour. It is important to check from time to time if it is browning evenly, and in the end, the dish will have a golden and appetizing crust. Once ready, we let it cool slightly before removing it from the pan. It can be served warm or cold, being perfect alongside a scoop of ice cream or a spoonful of sour cream. This recipe is not only tasty but also easy to prepare, ideal for any occasion.