Polish Sernik
Polish Sernik is a traditional creamy cheesecake made with rich farmer’s cheese, offering a delicate balance of tangy and sweet flavors perfect for dessert lovers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Polish
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds twaróg or farmer’s cheese, well-drained
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks with sugar until creamy and light in color.
- Add the farmer’s cheese, melted butter, sour cream, vanilla extract, lemon zest, flour, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the cheese mixture, preserving the airiness.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cake inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
- Remove from oven and cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Slice and serve chilled, optionally garnished with fresh berries or powdered sugar.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a tablespoon of orange zest or serve the sernik with a berry compote to complement its creamy texture.
Find it online: https://justflowe.com/polish-sernik-delicious-authentic-recipe/