Hungarian Cottage Cheese Cake (Túrós Pite): Traditional Creamy Cheese Dessert

Hungarian Túrós Pite is a beloved classic dessert featuring a buttery pastry crust filled with a rich, creamy cottage cheese filling. Lightly sweet, delicately flavored with vanilla and lemon zest, and finished with a generous dusting of powdered sugar, this traditional cake is perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or an afternoon coffee.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Bake Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12
Cuisine: Hungarian
Difficulty: Easy


Why You’ll Love This Hungarian Cottage Cheese Cake

This authentic Hungarian dessert is wonderfully creamy on the inside with a tender, buttery crust that melts in your mouth. The combination of cottage cheese, vanilla, and lemon creates a fresh, delicate flavor that isn’t overly sweet. It’s easy to prepare, keeps well in the refrigerator, and tastes even better the next day.


Ingredients

For the Pastry

  • 2½ cups (320 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

For the Cottage Cheese Filling

  • 800 g (28 oz) cottage cheese or Hungarian túró
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 3 tablespoons semolina
  • ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
  • ½ cup (75 g) raisins (optional)

For Finishing

  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Kitchen Equipment

  • 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking pan
  • Large mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Rolling pin
  • Parchment paper

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