
🥣 Instructions:
- Prepare the crust:
- Mix crushed cookies with melted butter and sugar.
- Press into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan.
- Chill in the fridge while preparing the filling.
- Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F).
- Make the filling:
- In a bowl, combine túró, sugar, egg yolks, sour cream, lemon zest, vanilla, and semolina or flour. Mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the cheese mixture.
- Assemble & Bake:
- Pour the filling over the chilled crust.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes until the top is set and just golden.
- Cool:
- Let it cool in the oven with the door ajar to prevent cracking.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Serve:
- Dust with powdered sugar or top with sour cherry preserves for an authentic touch.
Let me know if you’d like a no-bake version or one with a fruit swirl topping (like sour cherry or apricot)!