Polish Sernik
Polish Sernik is a traditional creamy cheesecake made with rich twaróg cheese, offering a smooth texture and subtle sweetness perfect for dessert lovers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Polish
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 kg twaróg (Polish farmer’s cheese) or cream cheese, well-drained
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with sugar until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the twaróg or cream cheese until smooth and well combined.
- Stir in sour cream, flour, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until the top is lightly golden and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Turn off the oven, leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 30 minutes to prevent cracking.
- Remove from the oven and cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
For an extra touch, serve Polish Sernik with fresh berries or a drizzle of fruit compote.