Polish Pierogi Cheese Filling
Transform your homemade pierogi into a truly authentic Polish experience with this creamy and savory Polish Pierogi Cheese Filling! Made with just a handful of simple ingredients like tangy farmer’s cheese or dry curd cottage cheese, rich egg yolk, and a hint of salt, this filling strikes the perfect balance between smooth texture and bold flavor. Optional touches of white pepper and sour cream allow you to customize the mix to suit your preference, creating a velvety stuffing that’s easy to work with and absolutely delicious. Perfect for filling tender pierogi dough, this quick-to-make recipe is ready in just 10 minutes and can be prepared ahead for convenience, making it ideal for any Polish feast or weeknight comfort meal. Whether you're recreating family traditions or exploring Eastern European cuisine, this pierogi cheese filling will delight every palate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Farmer's cheese or dry curd cottage cheese
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons White pepper (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Sour cream (optional, for additional creaminess)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, crumble the farmer's cheese or dry curd cottage cheese until it has a fine consistency. Use a fork or food processor if necessary to remove any large chunks.
Add the egg yolk to the cheese mixture and stir until thoroughly combined.
Sprinkle in the salt and white pepper, adjusting quantities to taste. Stir again to evenly distribute the seasonings.
If you prefer a creamier texture, mix in the sour cream one tablespoon at a time, ensuring the consistency remains firm enough to act as a pierogi filling.
Taste the mixture and make any final adjustments to seasoning as desired.
Store the finished cheese filling in the refrigerator, covered, until ready to use. It can be made up to one day in advance for convenience.
Use this filling to stuff your pierogi dough, ensuring not to overfill. Seal the edges securely before boiling and serving according to your favorite pierogi recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
558 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.7 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 274 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 4162 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 56.6 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 439 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 545 mg | 12% | |
*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.
