Mini Fig Cottage Cheese Cakes
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These Mini Fig Cottage Cheese Cakes are the perfect blend of creamy, fruity, and subtly sweet — an elegant yet healthy dessert for any occasion. Made with protein-rich cottage cheese and naturally gluten-free polenta, they’re light, nourishing and very simple to prepare. Each mini cake is topped with juicy figs and brushed with a fragrant honey and orange (or rose water) glaze, giving them a delicate Mediterranean flair. Serve them warm or chilled with a spoonful of Greek yogurt drizzled with honey, a sprinkle of chopped nuts, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent finish.
Tips & Variations
- Flavour twist: Add a pinch of cardamom or orange zest for extra aroma.
- Make ahead: These mini cakes keep well in the fridge for up to 2 days. Serve cold or reheat gently before serving.
- Vegan version: Use vegan cottage cheese or blended silken tofu, and replace honey with agave or date syrup.
Ingredients
- 200g cottage cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 Tbsp fine polenta (cornmeal)
- 3 Tbsp honey (or date/agave syrup for a vegan option)
- 2 Tbsp orange juice or rose water
- 4 fresh figs
- To serve:
- Fresh mint leaves
- Chopped pistachios, walnuts or other nuts
- Greek yogurt mixed with honey or vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the cottage cheese with the egg and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the polenta and one Tbsp of honey, stirring gently until combined.
- Divide the mixture evenly between two small silicone moulds or ramekins.
- Slice the figs thinly and arrange them neatly on top of each cake, slightly overlapping each other.
- Combine the remaining honey with the orange juice or rose water. Brush the tops of the cakes with this glaze.
- Air fryer: Bake at 180°C (356°F) for 15–18 minutes, until golden on top and just set in the centre.
- Oven: Preheat to 180°C (fan 160°C) and bake for about 20 minutes, until golden and firm.
- Allow the cakes to cool slightly in their moulds, then carefully remove them. Brush the tops again with the leftover honey mixture and let them cool to room temperature.
- Garnish with mint leaves and chopped nuts.
Categories
- Meal Type: - Air fryer - Bake - Cakes - Dessert - Quick & Easy
- Cuisines: - Italian
- Occasions: - Afternoon Tea - Anniversaries - Mothers Day - Sunday Lunch - Valentine's Day
- Ingredients: - Dairy - Exotic Fruits
- Health and Diet: - Gluten Free - Healthy - Low Carb - Low Fat - Nut Free - Vegetarian
- Skill Levels: - Easy
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