Syrniki: Russian Cottage Cheese Pancakes
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Syrniki: Russian Cottage Cheese Pancakes
Description
Syrniki replace typical pancake batter with a mixture centered on farmer's cheese, which gives them a dense yet soft texture distinct from regular pancakes. The batter includes egg, brown and vanilla sugar, and a small amount of flour to bind, then rests briefly to hydrate the mixture. When fried in vegetable oil, they develop a golden crust while remaining moist inside. Pan coverage is helped with oil replenishment to avoid sticking and to ensure even browning.
The traditional accompaniments like fresh strawberries and sour cream add freshness and richness that contrast the lightly sweet cheese pancakes. The pancakes should be formed with lightly floured hands to prevent sticking and to achieve a consistent size and thickness for even cooking. Covering the pan briefly while cooking helps the quicker doneness of the center without burning the exterior.
These pancakes offer a good balance of subtle sweetness and rich dairy flavor, making them suitable for breakfast or dessert. Leftovers keep well refrigerated and can be frozen for longer storage. Serve warm for best texture and flavor.
Choosing farmer's cheese with low moisture content or draining excess liquid prevents overly runny batter. Gentle mixing prevents toughness. Adjusting cooking temperature maintains golden, tender results. Portion control using scoops aids in uniformity. Allowing the batter to rest improves texture and ease of shaping.
Ingredients
- 425 grams or 15 oz (2 cups) farmer's cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2-3 tablespoons wheat flour
- 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil I use sunflower oil, for frying
- strawberries see notes for more serving options) (see notes for more serving options, to serve
- yogurt see notes for more serving options) (see notes for more serving options, to serve
Instructions
- Break cottage cheese with a fork in a large bowl. Add egg, vanilla sugar, sugar, and salt.Once well mixed, stir in flour to form a thick, sticky batter.Let it sit for at least 15 minutes to absorb the liquid.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat, adding a thin layer of oil.To form the perfect Syrniki, dust your hands with flour and shape small balls of batter before flattening them into round pancakes.Be cautious not to make them too thin, as they should be fluffy.
- Fry the pancakes for about 3 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown and are cooked through, covering the pan in the end to make them softer and juicier.Make sure to add more oil as needed and adjust the heat if necessary to prevent burning.Finally, transfer the cooked pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.
- Serve with strawberries and sour cream or any other topping of your choice (see notes below).
Notes
- Select farmer's cheese with low moisture or drain excess liquid to avoid watery batter.
- Mix ingredients just until combined to keep pancakes tender and fluffy, avoiding overmixing.
- Maintain medium heat and add oil as needed to cook pancakes golden without burning.
- Cover pan briefly after flipping to ensure pancakes cook through and stay moist.
- Use a cookie or ice cream scoop to portion batter evenly for consistent pancakes.
- Let batter rest for at least 15 minutes before shaping to improve texture.
- Store pancakes in the refrigerator up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Serve with sour cream, fruit preserves, fresh berries, honey, or yogurt for variety.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings. This recipe makes about 10 syrniki, which is 3-4 servings.
Amount Per Serving
Calories 201 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 201kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 76mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 579mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 59IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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