Description
Syrniki are fluffy, golden Russian cottage cheese pancakes that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They’re a delightful breakfast or dessert treat and can be topped with a variety of sweet or savory additions like jam, honey, or sour cream. These pancakes are easy to make, protein-packed, and versatile, making them a perfect dish to enjoy any time of the day.
Ingredients
- Cottage cheese (or farmer’s cheese or ricotta) – 1 1/2 cups (about 350g)
- Eggs – 2 large eggs
- All-purpose flour – 1/2 cup (about 60g), plus extra for dusting
- Sugar – 2 tablespoons (about 25g)
- Baking powder – 1/2 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
- A pinch of salt – 1/4 teaspoon
- Butter or oil for frying – 2-3 tablespoons
Instructions
- Preparing the Cottage Cheese Mixture:
Drain the cottage cheese using a fine mesh strainer to remove excess moisture. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, sugar, salt, vanilla extract, and baking powder. Mix until smooth with slight lumps. -
Adding the Flour:
Sift in the flour bit by bit, mixing gently to form a dough. Adjust the amount of flour to ensure the dough is soft but not sticky. -
Shaping the Syrniki:
Flour your hands or a surface lightly. Scoop portions of dough, roll into balls, then flatten into small pancakes about 3-4 inches wide. -
Frying the Syrniki:
Heat butter or oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Fry the pancakes on both sides for about 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Notes
- Drain Your Cottage Cheese: Ensure the cottage cheese is properly drained to achieve crispy pancakes.
- Temperature is Key: Fry on medium heat to avoid burning the outside before the inside cooks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg