Walnut Cherry Latkes with Fruit Sauce

Ingredients

Estimated total cost: €7.55 · €1.26/serving

• 1/4 cup sun-dried Montmorency cherriesEst. price €1.20–€2.50
• 1 7.5-ounce block of artisanal farmer's cheese, drained (pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture)Est. price €2.80–€4.50
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened at room temperature (whip until smooth for a creamy consistency)Est. price €0.25–€0.50
• 4 large eggs, yolks and whites separatedEst. price €1.20–€2.00
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla bean extractEst. price €0.60–€1.20
• 5 tablespoons premium all-purpose flour (sift before incorporating into batter)Est. price €0.10–€0.25
• 2 tablespoons tightly packed golden-brown cane sugarEst. price €0.15–€0.30
• 1/4 teaspoon sea saltEst. price €0.02–€0.08
• 1/3 cup finely chopped walnuts, lightly toasted (toast in a dry pan over low heat for enhanced flavor)Est. price €0.50–€1.00
• 3 tablespoons (approximately) European-style unsalted butterEst. price €0.45–€0.75

Steps

1. 1

   Place the cherries in a small bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak until they become plump, which should take around 10 minutes. After that, drain the cherries and set them aside for later use.

2. 2

   In a food processor, combine the two types of cheese, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Pulse the mixture for about 30 seconds until it becomes smooth. Gradually add the flour, sugar, and salt to the processor and pulse just until everything is well combined. Transfer this batter into a large mixing bowl. Gently fold in the cherries and chopped walnuts that were set aside earlier.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks but are still moist. Carefully fold the beaten egg whites into the batter in three separate additions.

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• Cultural note

  Latkes are traditionally associated with Hanukkah celebrations in Jewish cuisine. The addition of cherries and walnuts in this recipe adds a unique twist to the classic dish, blending traditional flavors with modern ingredients.

• Seasonal note

  Walnuts and cherries are typically in season during the summer months, making this dish perfect for a summer brunch or dessert.

• Health note

  This dish is a good source of protein from the eggs and walnuts, while also providing essential vitamins like A and C from the cherries. However, it is high in calories, fat, and cholesterol due to the dairy ingredients and butter used in the recipe.