luscious Lviv cheesecake: a recipe for a taste of tradition

Lviv is famous for its beautiful architecture, rich history, and creamy cheesecake that can be found throughout the city. The cake is soft, fluffy, and extremely creamy. Until recently, it was served in every café in Lviv. If you miss its taste, you can prepare it at home. Get to know the original recipe for Lviv cheesecake.

Lviv cheesecake is one of those sentimental baked goods, especially for the residents of Lviv. Anyone who has tried it even once will not forget its taste. It is light, fluffy, and extremely creamy. It captivates from the first bite. You can easily prepare it at home. Most of the necessary ingredients are likely already in your kitchen cupboard.

During the partition period, it was one of the most important scientific and cultural centres of Galicia, which is reflected in the culture but also in the cuisine. Lviv cheesecake is a true source of pride for the residents of Lviv. It is served in almost every café or restaurant.

The recipe is simple and based on readily available ingredients, such as eggs, cheese, raisins, or lemon zest. After baking, it is topped with a chocolate glaze, which perfectly complements the cheesy, slightly citrusy centre. It's impossible to resist.

Ingredients:

Cake:

•             
• 450 grams of cream cheese for cheesecake,
• 3 large eggs,
• 150 grams fine sugar,
• 1 package of vanilla sugar or a tablespoon of vanilla extract,
• 1 tablespoon of potato starch,
• 75 grams of raisins,
• 1 lemon.

Glaze:

      
• 2 tablespoons butter,
• 2 tablespoons sour cream,
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar,
• 3 tablespoons cocoa powder.

Preparation:

1.           
2. Place the cheese in a large bowl. Add the eggs, sugar, vanilla sugar, and starch to it. Mix everything into a smooth mass.
3. Boil water. Pour it over the raisins and let them sit for 5-10 minutes until they soften.
4. Blanch the lemon and grate it. Add it to the mixture along with the drained, softened raisins.
5. Pour the prepared mixture into a loaf pan lined with parchment paper.
6. Place it in an oven preheated to 190°C (375°F) and set it to bake with heat from the top and bottom.
7. Bake the cake for 45-50 minutes. After baking, slightly open the oven door and leave the cake in the oven until it cools completely.