Homemade Rurki with Sweet Cheese Filling

Ingredients

• 1 sheet of puff pastry (320g) 1 sheet of puff pastry (320g)
• 1 cup (250g) farmer's cheese 1 cup (250g) farmer's cheese
• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Zest of 1 lemon Zest of 1 lemon
• Powdered sugar, for dusting Powdered sugar, for dusting

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 6g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 19g, 6g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2.
   Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
3. 3.
   Cut the pastry into rectangular strips, approximately 4 inches wide and 8 inches long.
4. 4.
   In a mixing bowl, combine the farmer's cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
5. 5.
   Spoon the sweet cheese filling onto one end of each pastry strip, leaving a small border.
6. 6.
   Roll up the pastry tightly, starting from the end with the filling, until you reach the other end.
7. 7.
   Place the filled pastry tubes onto the prepared baking sheet, seam side down.
8. 8.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the Rurki are golden brown and puffed.
9. 9.
   Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
10. 10.
    Dust the Rurki with powdered sugar before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Puff pastry — Ensure that the puff pastry is thawed according to the package instructions before rolling it out. This will make it easier to work with and achieve a flaky texture.
• Farmer's cheese — If you can't find farmer's cheese, you can substitute it with ricotta cheese. However, the texture and flavor may vary slightly.

Tips & Tricks

• To prevent the Rurki from unrolling during baking, you can lightly brush the edges of the pastry with beaten egg before rolling them up.
• For an extra touch of sweetness, you can sprinkle some cinnamon sugar on top of the Rurki before baking.
• Serve the Rurki warm for the best taste and texture.
• These Rurki can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Serving advice

Serve the homemade Rurki as a delightful dessert on their own or with a dollop of whipped cream on top. They pair perfectly with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Rurki on a serving platter, dusted with powdered sugar. You can also garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a dusting of cocoa powder for an elegant touch.