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Pumpkin and Cottage Cheese Layered Cake

  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 1hr

Description

This Pumpkin and Cottage Cheese Layered Cake is a delightful, creamy dessert that combines the tangy richness of cottage cheese with the warm, autumnal flavors of pumpkin and orange zest. It’s both light and comforting, perfect for seasonal celebrations or any occasion. The cake is baked in layers, giving it a visually appealing look that is both elegant and appetizing. With a smooth pumpkin layer and a sweet cottage cheese layer, this dessert offers a beautiful balance of flavors and textures that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients

Units Scale
For the Cottage Cheese Layer (23×23 cm pan):
  • 600 g cottage cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 120 g sugar
  • 1.5 tbsp potato starch
  • 4 g vanilla sugar
  • 1.5 tsp milk (if needed to thin)
For the Pumpkin Layer:
  • 660 g pumpkin puree
  • 2 large eggs
  • 90 g sugar
  • 1.5 tbsp potato starch
  • 1.5 tbsp orange zest
For the Topping:
  • 100 g pumpkin puree
  • 2 large eggs
  • 100 g sour cream
  • 30 g sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cottage Cheese Layer:
    • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 23×23 cm baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, sugar, vanilla sugar, and potato starch. Blend until smooth, using a hand mixer or blender.
    • If the mixture is too thick, add milk one teaspoon at a time to reach a smooth, spreadable consistency.
  2. Prepare the Pumpkin Layer:
    • In another bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, potato starch, and orange zest. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
  3. Layer the Cake:
    • Pour the cottage cheese mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
    • Carefully pour the pumpkin mixture on top of the cottage cheese layer, using a spatula to smooth the surface.
  4. Prepare the Topping:
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, sour cream, and sugar until smooth.
    • Pour this topping over the pumpkin layer, gently spreading it with a spatula.
  5. Bake the Cake:
    • Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
    • Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. For the best texture, refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving.
  6. Serve:
    • Slice the cake into squares and serve chilled. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or powdered sugar for an extra touch.
  • Prep Time: 25mins
  • Cook Time: 45mins

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Find it online: https://www.greenku.com/pumpkin-and-cottage-cheese-layered-cake/