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CLASSIC ROMANIAN SWEET CHEESE AND RAISIN CREPES

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CLASSIC ROMANIAN SWEET CHEESE AND RAISIN CREPES

CLASSIC ROMANIAN SWEET CHEESE AND RAISIN CREPES

A nostalgic Romanian dessert featuring thin crepes filled with a creamy sweet cheese and raisin mixture, topped with a luscious vanilla sour cream sauce and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for a comforting treat that recalls childhood memories.

πŸ•’ Prep Time: 20 min

🍳 Cook Time: 15 min
🍰 Yields: 6 crepes

Ingredients

Filling:

  • 500 g well-drained fresh cow cheese (ricotta or farmer’s cheese works)
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 30 ml water
  • 1 tbsp vanilla powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp raisins
  • 2 tbsp rum

Sour Cream Sauce:

  • 4 tbsp sour cream
  • 2 heaping tsp vanilla powdered sugar
  • Cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

1. Soak the Raisins

  • Soak raisins in warm water and rum until softened.

2. Prepare the Sabayon

  • In a heatproof bowl, combine egg yolks, granulated sugar, and water.
  • Place over simmering water (double boiler) and whisk continuously until sugar dissolves completely (~8–10 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and place bowl in an ice bath. Whisk until the mixture thickens and cools to room temperature (~3–4 minutes).

3. Make the Filling

  • Mix the cheese with vanilla powdered sugar and the sabayon.
  • Drain the raisins and fold them into the filling.
  • Chill filling in the refrigerator until ready to use.

4. Prepare Crepes

  • Make 6 crepes using your preferred recipe (about half a batch from the earlier crepe recipe).
  • Spread about 2 generous tablespoons of filling on each crepe.
  • Fold the edges and roll from the filling side to enclose.

5. Prepare the Sour Cream Sauce

  • Mix sour cream with vanilla powdered sugar until smooth.

6. Serve

  • Serve crepes drizzled with sour cream sauce and dusted lightly with cinnamon if desired.

πŸ’‘ Tips

  • Well-drained fresh cheese ensures a creamy, non-watery filling.
  • Sabayon adds richness and lightness to the filling.
  • Folding crepes carefully helps keep the filling intact.
  • Serve immediately or chilled depending on preference.

πŸŽ‰ Perfect For

  • Traditional Romanian desserts
  • Family gatherings and celebrations
  • Comforting sweet breakfasts or snacks

πŸ“ Final Thoughts

This classic Romanian sweet cheese and raisin crepe recipe is a beloved comfort food that combines creamy textures with subtle citrus and rum aromas. Paired with vanilla sour cream, it’s a dessert that evokes warm memories and satisfies every sweet tooth.