Cheese and Fanta Cake

The cheesecake with Fanta is a three-layer dessert: a simple base, a cream cheese with butter, and a pudding cream prepared with orange juice. In this version, the lemon flavor is replaced with orange, both through the zest and the juice used in the last layer. The base bakes quickly, and the cake then needs time in the fridge for the layers to cool and set. Quick info Total time: approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, excluding cooling time between stages Preparation time: not specified exactly; approximately 25-30 minutes for preparing the base and creams Baking time: 20-25 minutes Servings: number not specified; the cake can be portioned according to the size of the tray and the thickness of the pieces Difficulty: easy to medium Recipe type: homemade cake with cottage cheese, pudding cream, and orange juice Ingredients For the base 5 eggs 5 tablespoons of sugar 5 tablespoons of oil 5 tablespoons of flour 1 teaspoon of baking powder For the cream cheese 600 g cottage cheese 1 package of butter 6 tablespoons of sugar Candied orange peel, to taste For the Fanta cream 750 ml Fanta orange juice 4 tablespoons of sugar 3 packets of whipped pudding powder, each 37 g Preparation method 1. Preparing the base Start by separating the eggs. Put the egg whites in a bowl and beat them with a pinch of salt until frothy. Gradually add the sugar and continue mixing until it is incorporated. Then add the egg yolks, oil, and flour previously mixed with baking powder. Incorporate the ingredients until you get a mixture similar to that for a cake. It is good to mix enough so that no flour remains, but without overdoing it once the batter is homogeneous. Pour the mixture into a tray lined with baking paper and gently level the surface. The base is baked in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 20-25 minutes. When baked, remove the base and let it cool. Remove the baking paper after the base has cooled. In the original version, the base was left in the tray, and the paper came off without problems. 2. The cream cheese Beat the butter together with the sugar until the sugar is well dissolved. Add the cottage cheese and candied orange peel, then mix until the cream is smooth. Spread the cream cheese over the cooled base. Level the layer, then put the tray in the fridge. It is important that the base is not warm when adding the cream so that the butter does not start to soften excessively. 3. The Fanta cream Pour the orange juice into a saucepan and put it on the heat. Separately, mix the whipped pudding powder with the sugar. When the juice starts to boil, add the pudding and sugar mixture. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens. The cream will behave like a denser pudding. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the cream cool slightly. In the original recipe, a drop of red food coloring was added, as the color of the cream was not considered intense enough. This step is optional and only relates to appearance. When the cream is no longer hot, spread it over the cheese layer. If it were to be put very hot, it could soften the cream underneath. After the cake has cooled sufficiently, put the tray back in the fridge for at least 2 hours. Why I make the recipe often It is a practical cake when you want a cold dessert with clear layers and easily found ingredients. The base is prepared quickly, and the cream cheese does not require baking. The orange juice changes the classic taste of the pudding cream cake and gives it a flavor more suitable for those who do not like lemon. It keeps well in the fridge and can be prepared in advance, provided it is left to cool sufficiently before cutting. Tips and variations Tips The cottage cheese must be well mixed into the cream. If it is too wet, the cream may come out softer, so it is useful to drain it well before use. The base must be completely cooled before applying the cream cheese. Similarly, the Fanta cream should be allowed to cool before being placed over the first layer. Stir the pudding cream continuously after adding the powder to the hot juice. This way, it thickens evenly and reduces the chances of lumps forming. Respect the minimum time of 2 hours for the final refrigeration stage. If cut immediately, the cream on top may be too soft and the layers may shift. Substitutions In the original recipe, the lemon flavor was replaced with orange. For this variant, candied orange peel and Fanta orange juice are used, as indicated in the ingredient list. The quantity of the butter package is not specified, so it should be kept as noted in the recipe. Choosing a larger or smaller package changes the consistency of the cream and cannot be adjusted correctly without an exact amount. Variations For a more intense color of the cream on top, the drop of red food coloring mentioned in the recipe can be used. It is not necessary for taste. The candied orange peel can be distributed in the cream or finely chopped, depending on how visible you want the pieces to be. The quantity is not specified in the basic recipe, so it is added to taste. Serving ideas The cake is served cold, directly from the fridge. It can be cut into squares or rectangles, depending on the tray. For cleaner slices, it is useful for the dessert to be well chilled before portioning. Frequently asked questions Can the cake be made with another type of juice? The recipe was written for Fanta orange juice, which contributes to both the taste and the color of the cream. Changing the juice may alter the flavor and appearance, and the source does not offer a tested version with another type of drink. Why should the cake be cooled between layers? The cream cheese needs to stabilize on the base before the pudding cream is added. Additionally, the Fanta cream should not be spread while hot, as it may soften or mix the layer underneath. Can I use fresh orange peel instead of candied peel? The recipe indicates using candied orange peel. Fresh peel has a different texture and intensity, so the substitution is only possible as an adaptation, not as part of the original form of the recipe. How long should it stay in the fridge? After the Fanta cream is spread, the cake must be kept in the fridge for at least 2 hours. Before this step, the tray cools after applying the cream cheese. Can it be reheated? No. It is a cold dessert, with cream cheese, butter, and pudding, and is served directly from the fridge. Nutritional values The values are estimated, as the exact amount of the butter package is not specified, the fat percentage of the cottage cheese is not mentioned, and the number of servings is not established. As a reference, for a butter package of approximately 200 g and 12 servings, one piece may have approximately: 400 kcal 9 g protein 40 g carbohydrates 26-28 g fats The actual amount may vary quite a bit. Butter, cottage cheese, sugar, oil, and juice contribute the most to the caloric intake, and a larger portion will proportionally increase these values. Storage and reheating Keep the cake covered in the fridge. It is recommended to be consumed cold and not to stay long at room temperature, as the cream contains butter and cottage cheese. It does not freeze and does not reheat. The trays with cake can only be taken out of the fridge for serving, then put back as quickly as possible.

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