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Triple Chocolate Cheese Paskha

This Triple Chocolate Cheese Paskha is a decadent treat that layers rich chocolates with creamy cheese for an unforgettable dessert experience!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Eastern European

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g farmers cheese (or tvorog, pressed cottage cheese, or well-drained ricotta)
  • 150 ml heavy cream
  • 100 g powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 100 g butter
  • 50 g dark chocolate
  • 50 g milk chocolate
  • 50 g white chocolate
  • Chocolate for decoration (any chocolate of your choice)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Double Boiler or Microwave
  • Spatula
  • Loaf pan or mold
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

  1. Start by lining your loaf pan or mold with plastic wrap. This will make it easier to remove the paskha once it’s set. Make sure to leave some overhang so you can easily lift it out later.
  2. In a double boiler or a microwave, melt the dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and white chocolate separately. Stir each until smooth and let them cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the farmers cheese with heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Use a spatula or a hand mixer to blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  4. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, allow it to cool slightly before adding it to the cheese mixture. Stir well to combine.
  5. Divide the cheese mixture evenly into three bowls. In each bowl, add the melted chocolate: dark chocolate in one bowl, milk chocolate in the second, and white chocolate in the third. Mix each bowl until the chocolate is fully incorporated.
  6. Begin layering the mixtures in the prepared mold. Start with the dark chocolate layer, smoothing it out evenly. Next, add the milk chocolate layer, followed by the white chocolate layer. Repeat until all mixtures are used up, ending with the white chocolate layer on top.
  7. Cover the mold with the overhanging plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight if possible. This will allow the flavors to meld and the paskha to firm up.
  8. Once set, carefully lift the paskha out of the mold using the plastic wrap. Place it on a serving platter. Melt additional chocolate for decoration, and drizzle or pipe it over the top for a stunning finish.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For longer storage, freeze the paskha wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil for up to a month.
  • Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.