Matzah Cheese Bourekas
Let’s turn matzah into the ultimate cheesy snack! Crispy on the outside and melty in the middle, these Matzah Cheese Bourekas will be your family’s favourite holiday breakfast (or for any occasion). You can use any cheese of your choice for this recipe.
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Yield: 20 Bourekas
Ingredients
For the Matzah Squares
- 4 matzah squares
For the Filling
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs (for filling)
For the Egg Wash
- 1 large egg
For Toppings
- Everything but the bagel seasoning
- Sesame seeds (for Kitniyot eaters)
- Crushed almonds
- Dehydrated onions
Method
- Soften the Matzah: Wet the matzah squares thoroughly under water and wrap them in a clean kitchen towel. Let sit for 10 minutes to soften. If they’re not flexible enough, repeat the process.
- Make the Cheese Filling: In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, sour cream, crumbled feta, mozzarella, cheddar, and two eggs until well combined.
- Assemble the Bourekas: Once the matzah is soft and flexible, cut each sheet into four mini squares. Place one teaspoon of cheese filling in the centre of each square. Fold from corner to corner and press at the tip to form a triangle.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the bourekas on a parchment-lined baking sheet. If they rip slightly, don’t worry—the melted cheese will bond them together as they bake. Brush each bureka with beaten egg and sprinkle with your chosen topping.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve & Enjoy: Enjoy with grated tomato drizzled with olive oil and a sprinkle of salt. For extra flavour, try stuffing them with hard-boiled egg or avocado. If using crushed almonds as a topping, a drizzle of honey is delicious too!
From sivanskitchen.com
