Kohupiimavorm

Experience the delightful taste of a traditional Estonian dish with this Kohupiimavorm, a sweet curd casserole. Perfect as a dessert or sweet main course, it pairs beautifully with a berry compote or fresh milk. The fluffiness of whipped eggs and the tender texture of curd make this casserole a cherished staple in Estonian cuisine.

Ingredients

🥣 700 g Curd/Cottage Cheese, brand not specified
🥛 1 dl Milk, brand not specified
🥄 1 dl Sour Cream, brand not specified
🌿 1 teaspoon Vanilla Sugar, brand not specified
🍬 150 g Sugar, brand not specified
🍇 1 dl Raisins, brand not specified
🥚 4 Eggs, brand not specified
🧂 1/5 teaspoon Salt, brand not specified
🌾 1 dl Semolina, brand not specified
🧈 Small amount of Butter for greasing, brand not specified

Instructions

1- Prepare Semolina:

In a small bowl, combine 1 dl of milk and 1 dl of semolina. Stir with a fork and let it sit to allow the semolina to swell.

2- Wash Raisins:

Rinse 1 dl of raisins thoroughly in a colander to clean. Drain the excess water.

3- Separate Eggs:

Carefully separate the yolks from the whites of the 4 eggs. Place yolks in one bowl and whites in another, preferably a tall one for whipping.

4- Prepare Egg Whites:

Add a pinch (1/5 teaspoon) of salt to the egg whites.

5- Combine Curd Mixture:

In a large mixing bowl, add 700 g of curd. Gently break it down with a fork.
Add 150 g of sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla sugar, and 1 dl of sour cream to the curd.
Pour the swollen semolina from step 1 into this mixture and mix thoroughly with a fork until well combined.

6- Whip Curd Mixture:

Transfer the curd mixture to the stainless steel bowl of an Electrolux stand mixer. Beat until smooth and light.

7- Add Raisins:

Stir in the washed and drained raisins using a spatula.

8- Whip Egg Whites:

Using the Electrolux stand mixer, whip the egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form.

9- Fold in Egg Whites:

Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the curd-raisin mixture in 2-3 additions, using a spatula to maintain lightness.

10- Prepare Baking Pan:
- Line the springform cake pan with baking paper. Grease with butter. Trim excess paper if necessary.

11- Fill Pan:
- Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan. Shake gently for even distribution.

12- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the convection oven to 180°C.

13- Bake:
- Place the pan into the oven. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden-brown and set.

Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 1 hour
Servings: 8

Equipment:
Electrolux Stand Mixer
Large Mixing Bowl
Measuring Cup
Small Stainless Steel Bowls
Fork
Metal Colander/Strainer
Knife
Yellow/Green Silicone Spatula
Round Springform Cake Pan
Baking Paper
Scissors
Convection Oven/Air Fryer