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Golden Flaky Ricotta Cheese Triangles

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Ricotta Cheese Triangles

Overview:

  • Preparation Time: 20 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Servings: Makes about 18 triangles
  • Calories per serving: Approximately 642.4 kcal
  • Cuisine: Greek, European
  • Category: Dessert

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup large-curd cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 18 sheets filo pastry
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Filling:

    • Using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese at high speed until it becomes light and fluffy.
    • Lower the mixer speed and gradually add in the ricotta cheese, cottage cheese, 1 1/2 tablespoons of sugar, and the nutmeg. Beat the mixture for about 1 minute at high speed until well combined. Set aside while you prepare the filo pastry.
  2. Prepare the Filo Pastry:

    • Lay the filo pastry sheets flat on a table and keep them covered with a damp towel over waxed paper or plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out.
    • Stack 4 sheets of filo pastry to form a base measuring approximately 15 x 18 inches. Brush the top of each sheet with melted butter as you stack them.
    • Lay 2 additional sheets of filo pastry at right angles over the center of the stack, forming a diamond shape. Brush the center of each sheet with butter.
  3. Assembly:

    • Divide the prepared cheese filling into 3 equal parts. Spread one part of the filling evenly over the filo pastry to form a 7-inch square. Set the remaining filling aside.
    • Fold the top sheet of filo pastry over the cheese filling and brush it with melted butter. Continue folding the filo pastry over the cheese, creating a square shape with each fold and brushing each layer with butter as you go.
    • Carefully lift the assembled pastry using a wide spatula and invert it onto a greased cookie sheet. Brush the top of the pastry with additional melted butter.
  4. Baking:

    • Repeat the assembly process with the remaining filo pastry and cheese filling until you have made 3 square pies in total.
    • Bake the assembled pies in a preheated oven at 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the filo pastry is puffed up and turns a golden chestnut color.
  5. Final Touches:

    • Once baked, remove the pies from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
    • Cut the pies into small triangles or squares and sprinkle them with additional granulated sugar for extra sweetness.
    • Serve the Ricotta Cheese Triangles piping hot and enjoy the delicious flavors!

Tips:

  • Make sure to work quickly with the filo pastry, as it can dry out and become brittle if exposed to air for too long.
  • For added flavor, you can sprinkle some ground cinnamon over the cheese filling before folding the pastry.
  • These Ricotta Cheese Triangles can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, making them a versatile dessert option for any occasion!

These Ricotta Cheese Triangles are a delightful treat that combines creamy cheese filling with flaky filo pastry, resulting in a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you’re serving them as a sweet indulgence after dinner or enjoying them with a cup of coffee or tea, these tasty triangles are sure to impress!

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