Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
8 ounce

Cream Cheese

at room temperature

12 ounce

Farmer's Cheese

at room temperature

0.75 cup

Sugar

3 unit

Egg Yolks

large

2 tsp

Orange Zest

chopped

1 tsp

Almond Extract

0.33 cup

Almonds

toasted, roughly chopped

0.25 cup

Currants

soaked, drained

1 lb

Filo Dough

0.5 lb

Unsalted Butter

melted

1 unit

Confectioner's Sugar

for dusting

Step 1
~3 min

Cream the cream cheese in a mixer until smooth.

Step 2
~3 min

Add the farmer's cheese and mix well.

Step 3
~3 min

Add sugar and beat in each egg yolk, ensuring each is well incorporated.

Step 4
~3 min

Transfer the cheese mixture to a smaller bowl.

Step 5
~3 min

Add orange or lemon zest, toasted almonds, and currants to the cheese mixture and stir to combine.

Step 6
~3 min

Unpack the filo dough, lay it flat on the counter, and cover with a damp kitchen towel.

Step 7
~3 min

Remove four sheets of filo dough and keep the rest covered.

Step 8
~3 min

Fold over the left side of the top three filo sheets, leaving the bottom sheet exposed.

Step 9
~3 min

Brush the exposed bottom sheet with melted butter, focusing on the edges and the middle.

Step 10
~3 min

Repeat the buttering process with the second and third sheets.

Step 11
~3 min

Fold back the last open sheet without buttering.

Step 12
~3 min

Fold back the right side of the filo sheets and butter each sheet as before.

Step 13
~3 min

Cut the stack of filo dough into six 6x6 inch squares.

Step 14
~3 min

Gently press each square into a 1/2 cup muffin tin cup.

Step 15
~3 min

Fill each filo cup with approximately 1/4 cup of the cheese strudel filling.

Step 16
~3 min

Butter and cut more filo stacks if needed to create covers for the tarts.

Step 17
~3 min

Cut circles or squares out of the extra filo stacks to cover the filling in each tart.

Step 18
~3 min

Brush the tops of all the tarts with melted butter.

Step 19
~3 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for about 25 minutes, until browned and the filling is firm and cooked through.

Step 20
~3 min

Let the tarts cool to room temperature before removing them from the muffin tin.

Step 21
~3 min

Dust the tarts with confectioner's sugar before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure filo dough is not dry by keeping it covered with a damp towel.

Use a high-quality butter for the best flavor.

Adjust the amount of sugar to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Pair with fresh fruit.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern Europe

Cultural Significance

Often served during festive occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Holiday Baking

Popularity Score

75/100

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