živjeli kata croatian cheesecake

Croatian cheesecake is a taste of my heritage that’s off the charts delicious! Rustic and peasant like in its looks, Croatian cheesecake is easy to make!

I’ve had others ask me, ‘Why do you call this Croatian cheesecake?’ Is it really what’s considered Croatian foods. Probably the best reason is that I learned how to make cheesecake, this version, from my Croatian mom who learned it from her Croatian mom, my grandmother.

She came to America in the early 20th century, and like many other immigrants, she was looking for a better life. She wanted the American dream. Probably my grandmother’s most proud moment was when she became in her 60s an American citizen, barely educated, probably not beyond the 3rd or 4th grade, she considered this country her own.

Croatian desserts, well, you just have to experience them. When Ben and I traveled to Croatia to find my long-lost relatives, and you have too read those posts because they’re like a Hallmark movie, we ate our share of Croatian desserts.

Croatian desserts can be addictive and dangerous because you can’t stop eating them. Whether it’s a buttery crumbly pie, dainty velvety cookies or creamy and decadent rich cakes, they’re full of immense happiness. And, because of Croatia’s rich history over hundreds and hundreds of years, you’ll see the influence of other cuisines and cultures, French, Middle Eastern, Italian and more. Croatian cooking and cuisine and Croatian desserts have benefited from this patchwork of influence over the years.

Recipes for Cheesecake

Now some may be a little intimidated by the idea of making a cheesecake. Yes, there are thousands of recipes for cheesecake on the internet. But, this cheesecake recipe is one of the easiest you’ll ever make. Now it’s not fancy and perfect looking like a French or New York cheesecake. It’s more rustic and earthy. Maybe this recipe for cheesecake is the one if you’re visiting a village in Croatia or you want one that’s heavy on an ingredient you wouldn’t expect in recipes for cheesecake. Cottage cheese!

Cottage Cheese

Cottage cheese is a good source of some vitamins and minerals, but it only contains small amounts of others.

healthline touts the value of cottage cheese, “Cottage cheese is a curd cheese with a mild flavor and smooth texture. It’s high in many nutrients, including protein, B vitamins, and minerals like calcium, selenium, and phosphorus. If you’re looking to lose weight or build muscle, cottage cheese is among the most beneficial foods you can eat.”