Apple Mannik

8 servings

80 minutes

Apple manna is a fragrant and delicate dish of Russian cuisine that comes from the depths of home baking traditions. Its base is semolina soaked in kefir, making the texture airy, while juicy apples add a pleasant fruity tartness and natural sweetness. A light hint of cinnamon fills the manna with a warm, spicy aroma. It’s a great option for a morning breakfast or cozy family tea time. Unlike classic pies, manna doesn’t require flour, which gives it a uniquely soft and crumbly taste. Baked in the oven, it acquires a golden crust and transforms into a true gastronomic delight when combined with vanilla and cinnamon. This dessert can be served with yogurt, honey or fresh fruits to create new variations of flavor nuances.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 201.2
• Proteins: 7.3g
• Fats: 3.1g
• Carbohydrates: 36.8g

Ingredients

• Semolina: 300 g
• Kefir: 300 ml
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Apple: 3 pc
• Vanillin: to taste
• Sugar substitute: to taste
• Cinnamon: to taste
• Baking powder: 0.5 tsp
• Soda: 0.5 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Combine semolina with kefir and refrigerate for 30 minutes to swell.

   Required ingredients:

   • Semolina: 300 g
   • Kefir: 300 ml

2. Beat the eggs with sugar, add baking powder, soda, and vanillin, then mix the egg mixture into the semolina thoroughly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Sugar substitute:  to taste
   • Baking powder: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Soda: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Vanillin:  to taste

3. Grate the apples on a coarse grater, drain the excess liquid, sprinkle with cinnamon, add to the dough, and mix again.

   Required ingredients:

   • Apple: 3 pieces
   • Cinnamon:  to taste

4. Pour the batter into a silicone mold, sprinkle with cinnamon on top, and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 40 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cinnamon:  to taste