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Kohuke: photo of the dish
Illustrative photo: Bearas — CC BY 2.5, Wikimedia Commons
Snacks & baking

Kohuke

An Estonian and Latvian treat made of curd cheese (tvorog) coated in chocolate. Its texture is soft and slightly tangy, and it is enjoyed as a snack or a dessert.

  • 20 min
  • 4 servings
  • Medium
  • Moderate

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

Nutrition facts

307 kcal per serving

Protein
7.9 g
Carbohydrates
22.8 g
of which sugars
19.9 g
Fat
19 g
of which saturated fat
14.3 g
Fiber
4.5 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. Drain the curd cheese for 30 minutes in a sieve lined with paper towels.
  2. In a bowl, mix the drained cheese with the icing sugar, vanilla and a pinch of salt.
  3. Shape small balls about 3 cm (1¼ in) across with damp hands.
  4. Place them on a tray lined with parchment paper and freeze for 30 minutes.
  5. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 20-second bursts.
  6. Dip each ball into the melted chocolate using a fork, then let the excess drip off.
  7. Roll the kohukes in shredded coconut or cocoa powder, as you like, or sprinkle with hazelnuts.
  8. Let the chocolate set in the fridge for 20 minutes before enjoying.

Variations and tips

Cocoa version. Roll the balls in cocoa powder instead of coating them in melted chocolate, for a lighter taste.

More ideas

Original Ecomely recipe.