Cottage Cheese Lokshen Kugel
Indulge in the comforting, old-world charm of Cottage Cheese Lokshen Kugel, a classic noodle casserole that’s both creamy and subtly sweet. This traditional Jewish dish combines tender egg noodles with a luscious blend of cottage cheese, sour cream, eggs, and a hint of vanilla for a rich, custard-like texture. A touch of cinnamon and juicy raisins add warmth and bursts of sweetness, while melted butter ensures every bite is decadently satisfying. Baked to golden perfection in just under an hour, this kugel is as easy to prepare as it is to love. Perfect for holiday celebrations, potlucks, or family dinners, it can be served warm or at room temperature as a versatile side dish or dessert. A true crowd-pleaser with nostalgic flair, this Cottage Cheese Lokshen Kugel is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.25 tsp salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Cook the egg noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions, typically 6-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, sour cream, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
Melt the unsalted butter and pour it into the cooked, drained noodles. Toss until the noodles are evenly coated.
Add the buttered noodles to the cottage cheese mixture, and gently stir to combine.
Fold in the raisins to evenly distribute them throughout the mixture.
Pour the noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish, smoothing it out with a spatula to create an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the kugel is golden brown on top and set in the center.
Remove from the oven and allow the kugel to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing into squares or rectangles.
Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with a light dusting of cinnamon if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2850 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.4 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.8 g | 354% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1125 mg | 375% | |
| Sodium | 2054 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 359.1 g | 131% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 257.5 g | ||
| Protein | 82.8 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 768 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1310 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
