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Nutritional Values

🔥340kcal
💪10gProtein
🌾40gCarbs
🥑15gFat
🌿1gFibre
⚖️150 gServing

* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🥛 Dairy 🥚 Eggs

Kohupiimakook

How to order / say it
Say it Kohupiimakook — [Ko-hoo-pee-ma-kook]
Order I'd like a piece of kohupiimakook.
Locally Palun mulle kohupiimakook.
Say locally

Sweet cake made with curd cheese and raisins.

Why try it?

This cake is a quintessential treat in Narva's dessert repertoire, showcasing the versatility of local dairy produce. A slice offers a glimpse into the region's comfort food practices and love for traditional sweets.

How it tastes

The rich, milky flavor of the curd cheese melds seamlessly with the sweetness of raisins, creating a silky texture. The crust adds a delicate crunch, making each bite a balance of soft and crisp.

Origin & History — first documented: 1950

Introduced in the mid-20th century, kohupiimakook quickly found its place on Narva's dessert tables. It evolved from simpler curd preparations and became popular for its pleasing texture and taste, especially in festive baking.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥛 400 g curd cheese
  • 🌾 100 g flour
  • 🍯 150 g sugar
  • 🥚 3 whole eggs
  • 🍯 50 g raisins
  • 🧂 10 g vanilla sugar

Method

  1. 1 Beat the eggs and sugar until fluffy.
  2. 2 Mix in curd cheese and vanilla sugar.
  3. 3 Fold in flour and raisins, pour into a baking tin, and bake.

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