Gluten-free Slovenian Štruklji: a specialty rolled with fromage blanc.

Štruklji is a traditional Slovenian dish, consisting of stuffed and rolled dough, often served at Christmas . It can be savory or sweet, but the sweet version with cottage cheese and raisins is particularly popular. This gluten-free Štruklji recipe maintains the appearance and tender texture of the traditional version. If you want a Slovenian touch for Christmas, Štruklji will be original.

Preparation time 20 mins

Cooking time 40 mins

Rest time 30 mins

Total time 1 hr 30 mins

Difficulty: intermediary

Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the dough:
200 g of gluten-free flour (baking mix type)
1 tsp xanthan gum (optional)
1 egg
1 pinch of salt
100 ml of lukewarm water
1 Tbsp of vegetable oil
For the garnish:
250 g of fromage blanc or ricotta
2 Tbsp of sugar
1 egg
50 g of raisins
Zest of a lemon
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the finish:
2 Tbsp of melted butter
1 tbsp powdered sugar
Cinnamon powder (optional)

Preparation

1
Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, mix the gluten-free flour, xanthan gum and salt. Add the egg, warm water and oil. Knead until you obtain a soft and homogeneous dough. Cover and let sit for 30 minutes.
2
Prepare the filling: In another bowl, mix the fromage blanc, sugar, egg, raisins, lemon zest and vanilla extract. Stir well until you obtain a homogeneous mixture.
3
Roll out and fill the dough: On a lightly floured surface (with gluten-free flour), roll out the dough into a rectangle approximately 2 mm thick. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the sides.
4
Rolling and wrapping the Štruklji: Roll the filled dough into a tight roll. Then wrap this roll in a clean cloth or plastic wrap, making sure to close the ends tightly to prevent the filling from escaping.
5
Steaming: Steam the roll for about 30 to 40 minutes, until firm. If you don't have a steamer, you can also poach it in a large pot of simmering water, making sure the water doesn't boil.
6
Unmold and serve: Let cool slightly, then remove the cloth or plastic wrap. Cut into slices and brush with melted butter. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and cinnamon if desired.

Note

Serve the Štruklji warm, accompanied by whipped cream or fruit sauce.

Keywords: Gluten-free Slovenian Štruklji, Slovenian cottage cheese cake, Slovenian gluten-free specialty