Pastila

Name: Pastila
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 7 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: Central/Eastern Europe
Ingredients: 6 large apples; 150g / 0.75 cup granulated sugar; 2 egg whites; 50g / 0.25 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Apple Pastila, Russian Pastila, Beloe

Russia

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The essentials, at a glance

Pastila is a traditional Russian confection made from whipped apple puree and egg whites. It possesses a unique, airy texture that is both light and chewy. This sweet treat is typically served as an accompaniment to tea.

Central/Eastern Europe Snack

Fruit-basedHigh-sugar

Difficulty

Hard

Servings

Prep Time

30 minutes

Make Time

7 hours

Calories

180 / serving

Diet

Non-Veg

Protein 3.0g

Fat 0.0g

Carbs 42.0g

Above values do not change with any serving size changes you make below

May not be suitable if you suffer with:

IBS

Diabetes

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STEP 1

Preheat oven to 175C / 350F. Roast apples in a dish with 6mm / 0.25in of water for one hour until golden and wrinkled.

Ingredients

Servings: 12

6 large apples

150g / 0.75 cup white sugar

2 egg whites

50g / 0.25 cup powdered sugar for dusting

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Instructions

Main

Preheat oven to 175C / 350F. Roast apples in a dish with 6mm / 0.25in of water for one hour until golden and wrinkled.

Cool apples completely, remove skins and cores, and blend the puree until smooth.

Whip the puree, egg whites, and granulated sugar in a mixer for 10 minutes until a thick white foam forms.

Preheat oven to 82C / 180F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Spread most of the foam into the pan, reserving about 350ml / 1.5 cups in the fridge.

Bake for 4 to 6 hours until dry to the touch and solid.

Cool completely and peel from parchment.

Cut into three equal rectangles. Stack them using the reserved cold puree as glue to fill gaps.

Return the stacked pastila to the oven on parchment paper for 90 minutes to mold the layers.

Cool completely, dust with powdered sugar, and slice into inch-long pieces.

Other considerations for this recipe

Layer Variation

Alternatively, use two layers and sandwich them together with jam.

Nutritional Benefits

Contains vitamins and minerals from apples.

Provides a source of energy from natural sugars.

Nutritional information is provided as a general guide only. Values may vary and should not replace professional medical or dietary advice.

Recipe Credit

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Pastila

Preheat oven to 175C / 350F. Roast apples in a dish with 6mm / 0.25in of water for one hour until golden and wrinkled.

From the Blog All Contributions

The Airy Magic of Russian Pastila

Yum User

24 Apr 2026

Whipping apple puree and egg whites into a thick, gleaming foam is the secret to achieving the cloud-like texture of this traditional Russian treat. It is a fascinating process that transforms humble orchard fruit into a sophisticated confection that feels almost weightless on the tongue.

A Timeless Tea Companion

The interplay between the tartness of the apples and the sweetness of the powdered sugar creates a balanced flavour profile. I find the layering technique particularly rewarding, as it results in a chewy yet airy consistency that pairs perfectly with a strong brew of tea. Whether you use traditional Antonovka apples or a crisp Granny Smith, the result is a delightful snack that brings a taste of Kolomna heritage to your kitchen.

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