Recipe
Luckeleskäs with Lingonberry Sauce
Savory Finnish Cheese Pancakes with Tangy Lingonberry Sauce
3.7 out of 5
Luckeleskäs is a traditional Finnish dish that combines the richness of cheese with the comforting flavors of pancakes. Served with a delightful lingonberry sauce, this recipe is a perfect blend of sweet and savory.
Metadata
Preparation time
15 minutes
Cooking time
15 minutes
Total time
30 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Vegetarian, Nut-free, Soy-free, Peanut-free, Shellfish-free
Allergens
Dairy (cheese, butter, cottage cheese), Eggs
Not suitable for
Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Egg-free, Paleo
Ingredients
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250g (2 cups) cottage cheese 250g (2 cups) cottage cheese
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100g (3/4 cup) all-purpose flour 100g (3/4 cup) all-purpose flour
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2 eggs 2 eggs
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1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
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2 tablespoons butter, for frying 2 tablespoons butter, for frying
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Lingonberry sauce: Lingonberry sauce:
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200g (1 cup) lingonberries 200g (1 cup) lingonberries
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50g (1/4 cup) sugar 50g (1/4 cup) sugar
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1/4 cup water 1/4 cup water
Nutrition
- Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
- Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 6g
- Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 12g
- Protein: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Salt: 0.6g
Preparation
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1.In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, flour, eggs, salt, and baking powder. Mix well until a smooth batter forms.
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2.Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and melt a small amount of butter.
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3.Spoon the batter onto the pan to form small pancakes, about 3 inches in diameter.
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4.Cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
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5.Remove the pancakes from the pan and keep them warm.
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6.In a saucepan, combine the lingonberries, sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat until the berries soften and the sauce thickens slightly.
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7.Serve the Luckeleskäs pancakes warm with a generous drizzle of lingonberry sauce.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Cottage cheese — Make sure to use a smooth and creamy cottage cheese for the best texture in the pancakes.
- Lingonberries — If fresh lingonberries are not available, you can use frozen lingonberries. Thaw them before making the sauce.
Tips & Tricks
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or cardamom to the pancake batter.
- Serve Luckeleskäs with a dollop of sour cream or crème fraîche for added creaminess.
- If lingonberries are not available, you can substitute them with cranberries for a similar tartness.
- Make sure to cook the pancakes on medium heat to ensure they cook evenly without burning.
- Leftover pancakes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in a toaster or oven.
Serving advice
Serve Luckeleskäs warm as a main course or as a delightful brunch option. Accompany it with a side of lingonberry sauce and a dollop of sour cream or crème fraîche for added richness.
Presentation advice
Arrange the Luckeleskäs pancakes on a plate, drizzle the lingonberry sauce over them, and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
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