🍎🫐🧀 Cottage Cheese Apple Blueberry Cake
This simple cake will totally surprise you – moist, fruity, light, and subtly sweet!
🧁 Introduction & Origin
This cake combines the tenderness of cottage cheese, the freshness of apples and blueberries, and a light, buttery crumb for a wholesome, satisfying dessert. Popular in Eastern European and Mediterranean home kitchens, cottage cheese is often used in cakes for extra protein and moisture without heaviness.
This version is simple to make but feels rustic and elegant, with its balance of fruit and gentle sweetness.
🌍 Cultural Significance
Cakes made with cottage cheese (or farmer’s cheese) are traditional in many countries, especially in Russia, Poland, Germany, and the Balkans, where dairy-based desserts are prized for their nutrition and texture. Adding apples and berries brings in a more modern, fruity twist — turning this into a lovely cake for all seasons.
🥣 Ingredients & Quantities (Serves 6–8)
- 3 eggs
- 60 g (1/3 cup) sugar
- 110 g (1/2 cup) melted butter
- 130 g (1 cup) all-purpose flour
- 200 g (about 3/4 cup) cottage cheese (smooth or slightly grainy)
- 1 medium apple, peeled and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
✨ Optional Additions
- Zest of 1 lemon – adds brightness
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon – great with apples
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup – for natural sweetness
- Nuts like walnuts or almonds for texture
- Dusting of powdered sugar after baking
🧠 Tips for Success
- Use room temperature eggs and butter for better mixing.
- If your cottage cheese is very chunky, blend or mash it for a smoother batter.
- Toss blueberries in a bit of flour to prevent them from sinking.
- Don’t overmix the batter – stir just until combined.
- Let the cake cool slightly before slicing, so it holds its shape.
🍳 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a small round or square cake pan (about 8 inches).
- Whisk the eggs and sugar in a bowl until light and slightly frothy.
- Add the melted butter and mix until combined.
- Stir in the cottage cheese and vanilla extract (if using).
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Add the chopped apple and blueberries, and gently stir to distribute.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
🍰 Description
This cake is soft, moist, and slightly dense with little bursts of juicy blueberry and apple. The cottage cheese makes the crumb tender and subtly tangy, while the melted butter adds richness. It’s not overly sweet — making it perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.
🧮 Nutritional Information (Approx. per slice – based on 8 slices)
- Calories: ~200
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 11g
- Carbs: 18g
- Sugar: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
Note: These values may vary slightly depending on the exact ingredients used.
✅ Conclusion
The Cottage Cheese Apple Blueberry Cake is an easy yet elegant recipe that feels both wholesome and indulgent. It’s a wonderful use of simple ingredients, and the cottage cheese gives it a unique texture and richness that sets it apart from typical fruit cakes.
💬 Recommendation
- Serve it with: tea, coffee, or a dollop of Greek yogurt or whipped cream.
- Store: in an airtight container at room temp for 1 day or refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: slices individually for quick snacks.
🌱 Embracing Healthful Indulgence
This cake strikes a beautiful balance: it’s made with real, nourishing ingredients (eggs, fruit, cottage cheese), contains moderate sugar, and delivers comfort without compromise. It’s a reminder that delicious, homemade treats can be both satisfying and mindful.