Placinta. Romanian Placenta Cake Recipe

Placinta, or Romanian Placenta Cake, is a traditional dessert that features layers of thin, flaky dough filled with sweet and tangy cheese, often with a touch of vanilla or citrus zest. Its name “placenta” comes from the Greek word for “cake,” though the dessert is entirely Romanian in origin. The dough is carefully rolled out and layered, before being filled with a mixture of sweet cheese and sometimes sour cream, then baked to golden perfection. The result is a warm, comforting dessert with a slightly crispy exterior and a rich, creamy filling.

This cake is perfect for cozy gatherings, particularly during the fall and winter seasons when the weather calls for indulgent treats. It pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee and is often served during holidays or family celebrations. The balance of textures and the delightful sweetness of the filling make it a perfect dessert to share during the colder months.

Placinta. Romanian Placenta Cake Recipe

Difficulty Level: Medium
Calories: 350
Cooking Time: 120 min

Ingredients:

For the dough:
  • 1cup kefir (or buttermilk), room tempered
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • pinch of salt
  • flour
For the filling:
  • Cottage Cheese
  • Eggs
  • Salt
  • Dill (if desired)

Instructions:

 

  1. Sift the flour with baking soda.
  2. Make the well in the center; pour in the liquid, season to taste.
  3. Knead the dough (it should be soft and elastic).
  4. Set it aside for some time.
  5. While the dough is rising, prepare the filling.
  6. Combine Cottage Cheese with eggs and salt, stir it until smooth (you can add some chopped greens if desired, – dill will be perfect there).
  7. Divide the dough into 4 equal parts.
  8. Roll each patty into a circles (the edges should be as thin as the middle).
  9. Place a generous amount of the filling in the middle of each circle, and spread it a bit.
  10. Fold the edges, then flatten it slightly.
  11. Fry plăcintăs on the large pan over medium heat at the start, then reduce the heat to low, and fry on both sides until cooked.
  12. Melt the butter over low heat (don’t stir it).
  13. Generously grease plăcintăs with melted butter.

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