Royal Curd Pie with Boiled Condensed Milk

Directions

1. 1

   Step 1

   

   You will need a springform baking pan, several mixing bowls, a blender, and a grater. The pan diameter is 18 cm.

2. 2

   Step 2

   

   Place the butter in a small heatproof bowl and melt it in the microwave or on the stove. Add the cocoa powder to the butter and mix.

3. 3

   Step 3

   

   In another bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and baking powder. Add the sour cream to the dry ingredients and pour in the butter-cocoa mixture. Knead into a smooth, soft dough and set aside, covering with a towel.

4. 4

   Step 4

   

   Place the filling ingredients in a blender bowl: curd cheese, eggs, starch, and condensed milk. Blend until smooth.

5. 5

   Step 5

   

   Cut off ⅓ of the dough — this will be used for the top layer of the pie. Spread the larger portion of the dough in the baking pan, forming a 3 cm high edge.

   TipFor the royal curd pie, use a springform pan; there's no need to grease it or line it with parchment. For a regular pan, parchment is required.

6. 6

   Step 6

   

   Spread the curd filling over the dough and smooth it out.

7. 7

   Step 7

   

   Grate the remaining piece of dough and distribute it over the filling to create a beautiful top.

8. 8

   Step 8

   

   Preheat the oven to 180 °C and bake for 40–45 minutes. After that, let the pie cool right in the pan.

   TipFor the best flavor, the curd pie needs to be chilled in the refrigerator for 8–10 hours.

9. 9

   Step 9

   

   Slice the royal curd pie into portions and serve for breakfast or dessert.