Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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24
servings
8 oz

cream cheese

softened

8 oz

cottage cheese

small curd

1 cup

sugar

0.13 tsp

salt

2 tsp

vanilla

1 unit

vanilla instant Jell-O pudding

small box

Step 1
~3 min

In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, cottage cheese, sugar, salt, and vanilla.

Step 2
~3 min

Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 3
~3 min

Gradually add vanilla instant Jell-O pudding, mixing until desired thickness is achieved.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 4
~3 min

Be careful not to add the whole box, add according to desired thickness.

Step 5
~3 min

Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the pudding to thicken fully.

Step 6
~3 min

Use as a topping for kolaches.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust sugar to your taste.

For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese and cottage cheese.

Store leftover topping in the refrigerator.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve at room temperature.

Dust with powdered sugar for added sweetness.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fruit kolaches
Poppy seed kolaches

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Central Europe

Cultural Significance

Traditional pastry topping.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Holiday baking
Breakfast
Snack

Popularity Score

65/100