Folded Cottage Cheese Pastries with Raisins

Name: Folded Cottage Cheese Pastries with Raisins
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 16 pastries
Cuisine: Ukrainian
Ingredients: 300 g all-purpose flour; 150 g unsalted butter, softened; 100 g granulated sugar; 2 whole large eggs; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp fine salt; 300 g dry cottage cheese; 80 g granulated sugar, for filling; 1 whole large egg, for filling; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 60 g raisins

Simple folded pastries filled with cottage cheese, egg, vanilla and raisins.

By Savva LoginovUpdated October 2, 2026

Total 1 hr 30 minMakes 16 pastries

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This easy cake pairs a soft butter dough with a mildly sweet cottage cheese and raisin filling. Use well-drained cottage cheese so the pastries hold their shape, and chill the dough briefly before rolling. Cream butter and sugar. Beat in one egg. Mix flour, baking powder and salt, then combine into a soft dough. Chill 30 minutes. Mix cottage cheese, filling sugar, one egg, vanilla and raisins. Heat oven to 180°C (350°F). Roll dough 4 mm thick and cut 10 cm rounds. Add filling to one half and fold loosely, leaving some filling visible. Place on a lined tray and bake 20 to 25 minutes until lightly golden and filling is set.

Folded Cottage Cheese Pastries with Raisins

How to tell when it is ready

Pastry is lightly golden and the filling is set.

Tips

Prepare and measure ingredients before cooking.
Cut ingredients into even pieces.
Taste and adjust seasoning near the end.
Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate covered.

Troubleshooting

If the dish is too dry, add a little liquid gradually.
If browning too quickly, reduce the heat.

Substitutions

Use a suitable neutral oil if needed.
Choose vegetable broth for a vegetarian version where appropriate.

Variations

Adjust herbs or spices to taste.
Add a squeeze of lemon for brightness.

Serving suggestions

Serve as part of a balanced meal.
Pair with a crisp green salad.
Offer fresh herbs at the table.
Serve with bread or a suitable grain.

Make ahead

Measure ingredients ahead; refrigerate perishable components and cook shortly before serving.

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and use within 3 days.

Food safety

Contains wheat, egg and dairy. Keep cottage cheese refrigerated until use.

Frequently asked questions

Can I prepare this ahead?

Prepare components ahead and refrigerate promptly.

How should I store easy cottage cheese cake?

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and use within 3 days.

Serve promptly and refrigerate leftovers safely.

About the author

Savva Loginov

Savva Loginov writes about traditional Ukrainian cooking, including regional dishes, heritage baking and the customs behind familiar recipes. His English guides explain each dish’s context alongside clear, practical cooking instructions.

Folded Cottage Cheese Pastries with Raisins