Ah, syrniki—the delightful little Eastern European cheese pancakes! 🥰 They’re fluffy, slightly sweet, and perfect for breakfast or dessert. Let’s go step by step.
Syrniki (Russian/Ukrainian Cheese Pancakes)
Ingredients (makes ~8–10 pancakes):
- 1 cup (250 g) tvorog (farmer’s cheese or well-drained ricotta/cottage cheese)
- 1 large egg
- 2–3 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/2 cup (60–70 g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
- Pinch of salt
- Oil or butter for frying
Optional toppings:
- Sour cream (classic)
- Honey or jam
- Fresh berries
- Powdered sugar
Instructions:
- Mix the batter:
In a bowl, combine tvorog, egg, sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add flour until you get a soft, slightly sticky dough. - Shape the pancakes:
Dust your hands and a work surface with flour. Take small portions of the dough and form small patties about 2–3 cm thick. Lightly coat with flour. - Fry:
Heat oil or butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Fry the syrniki 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. They should be soft inside but crisp outside. - Serve:
Serve warm with your favorite toppings—sour cream, jam, honey, or berries.
đź’ˇ Tips for perfection:
- If the dough is too wet, add a little more flour—too dry, they’ll be dense.
- For extra fluffiness, separate the egg, beat the white until stiff, and fold it into the batter.
- Make them small and uniform so they cook evenly.
If you like, I can give you a “sweet vs savory syrniki” guide—including chocolate, apple, or herb versions. That one is a game-changer.
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