Russian Cottage Cheese Pancakes - Syrniki

Indulging in a delicious breakfast or snack doesn't have to be complicated. Russian Cottage Cheese Pancakes, known as Syrniki, are a testament to this simplicity. This delightful recipe calls for well-drained farmer's cheese, ensuring your pancakes are perfectly tender and flavorful. Quick to prepare and even quicker to disappear from the plate, these pancakes are ideally served with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream and a spoonful of your favorite jam. Let's dive into the making of this mouth-watering dish.

Ingredients
Farmers cheese
500 g
Egg
1 piece
Semolina flour
4 tbsp
flour can be substituted, additional flour needed for shaping
Salt
0.25 tsp
Sugar
2 tbsp
Vanilla Extract
1 tbsp
Sunflower oil
50 ml
Step by step
Step 1

Start with the right consistency of farmer's cheese - soft yet thoroughly drained of whey.

An optimal texture is crucial as overly liquid cheese requires more semolina or flour, affecting the tenderness of the pancakes.

Russian Cottage Cheese Pancakes - Syrniki - Step 1
Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the cheese, semolina (or flour), egg, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until you achieve a uniform mixture.

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Step 3

The mixture should be soft and slightly sticky but manageable.

Lightly flour your hands and scoop a tablespoon of the mixture to start forming your pancake.

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Step 4

Gently form the mixture into a ball using both hands.

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Step 5

Roll the formed ball in flour laid out on a plate.

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Step 6

Press the ball slightly with your palm to flatten it, aiming for about a finger's thickness.

Cook the pancakes in a preheated pan with a bit of oil until each side is golden brown. Ensure the pan is well-heated for the best results.

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Step 7

This recipe yields approximately two pans' worth of Syrniki.

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Step 8

You should have around 12 pancakes, ready to be served hot. They also taste great cold, though they firm up a bit.

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Step 9

Serve your Syrniki with a side of sour cream and jam for the perfect flavor combination.

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Step 10

Enjoy!

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Quantity: 600 g ()
Prep time:
30 min
Difficulty: easy
Ready in: 10 min