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Mini Cottage Cheese Pies

These mini cottage cheese pies are the perfect quick and easy treat for any time of day. Made with ready-rolled shortcrust pastry, they’re filled with a creamy, lightly sweet cottage cheese mixture flavoured with lemon and vanilla. The sultanas add a touch of natural sweetness, making these pies both comforting and wholesome. Ready in just 15–20 minutes, these bite-sized pies are a fantastic option for afternoon tea, a sweet snack with your morning coffee, or even a light dessert. They’re budget-friendly, fuss-free, and a great way to use up store-cupboard staples. Tips & Variations
  • Swap sultanas for chopped dried apricots, cranberries, or raisins.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the filling for extra warmth.
  • Use puff pastry instead of shortcrust for a lighter, flakier version.
  • Drizzle with honey before serving for added sweetness.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 4 hours
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Cuisine: Mid&East European
Calories: 1234
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 150 g cottage cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 Tbsp Stevia or coconut sugar or regular sugar
  • ½ cup sultanas
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 sheet ready-rolled shortcrust pastry
  • Melted butter or oil for brushing

Method
 

  1. Lightly grease a shallow cupcake or scone tin with oil or butter. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese with the egg, vanilla and sugar.
  3. Stir in the lemon zest and juice. If the mixture feels too runny, add 1 Tbsp of cornflour. Fold in the sultanas and set aside.
  4. Unroll the pastry onto a flat surface. Using a cup or cutter slightly larger than the tin holes, cut out circles. Place them over the holes and gently press down to line the tin.
  5. Prick the base of each pastry case with a fork to prevent bubbling. Brush lightly with melted butter or oil.
  6. Spoon the cottage cheese mixture evenly into each pastry case. Bake for 15–20 minutes, until the pastry is golden and crisp.
  7. Transfer the pies to a wire rack to cool. Serve lukewarm or at room temperature with tea, coffee, or fresh fruit.