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Rustic Farmer's Cheese Pie with a golden crust and creamy filling.
Freshly baked, crumbly Farmer's Cheese Pie.

Farmer's Cheese Pie (Hungarian Túrós Lepény)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Cakes and Desserts
This cheese pie is a dance between tart and sweet. The freshness of the farmer's cheese balances the richness of the dough, while lemon zest lifts the flavors with its aroma. It's not a complicated patisserie cake, but an honest, rustic dessert where the quality of ingredients shines.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 35 mins
⌛ Total Time 55 mins
🍽️ Servings 5 servings
🔥 Calories 380 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Baking pan (9x13 inch)
  • Grater (for lemon zest)

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1 ✓

Mix the flour with baking powder, then cut in the cold butter until crumbly.

Tip: It is crucial that the butter stays cold! Small bits of butter create steam during baking, making the dough flaky.
2 ✓

Knead lightly with the sugar and 1 egg, then press into the baking pan.

Tip: Don't over-knead, or the heat from your hands will melt the butter, resulting in a tough, greasy dough.
3 ✓

Mix the cheese, sour cream, flavorings, and the remaining egg, then spread over the dough.

Tip: The egg acts as a binder, coagulating in the heat to set the cheese filling.
4 ✓

Bake at 350°F (180°C) until golden brown.

Tip: If the top browns but the center is still wobbly, cover loosely with foil and continue baking.

Recipe FAQ

Why is the dough flat?
The baking powder might have been old. Always check the expiration date!
Why is the center soggy?
The cheese was too wet. Drain the farmer's cheese well before using, or mix in a teaspoon of semolina or flour to absorb excess moisture.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 5 oz Cold Unsalted Butter (approx. 10 tbsp)
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 lb Farmer's Cheese (or Dry Curd Cottage Cheese)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 2/3 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest