Cheesecakes with strawberry sauce

2 servings

15 minutes

Cheese pancakes with strawberry sauce are a delicate and aromatic dish of Russian cuisine that combines the softness of cottage cheese dough with the bright freshness of berry sauce. The origins of the recipe date back centuries when cottage cheese was the basis of many Slavic dishes. Thanks to semolina, the pancakes acquire lightness, while raisins add a subtle sweet note. The strawberry sauce with lime and mint transforms this classic treat into a true gastronomic delight. The crispy crust, airy texture, and sweet-sour taste make them perfect for breakfast or dessert. Serving them with fragrant strawberry mojito sauce offers a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity—the tenderness of the pancakes pairs beautifully with refreshing berry notes. This dish not only warms the soul but also delights the taste buds!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 466.9
• Proteins: 22.6g
• Fats: 8.4g
• Carbohydrates: 76g

Ingredients

• Sugar: 0.5 glass
• Cottage cheese: 220 g
• Semolina: 22 g
• Egg yolk: 1 pc
• Raisin: 24 g
• Strawberry: 150 g
• Lime juice: 2 tbsp
• Mint leaves: 20 g

Cooking steps

1. Knead the dough for syrniki. Prepare the ingredients. Soak the raisins in boiling water for 10 minutes. Mix all dry ingredients in a large bowl. Stir thoroughly and refrigerate for 20 minutes while the semolina swells.

   Required ingredients:

   • Raisin: 24 g
   • Semolina: 22 g
   • Sugar: 0.5 glass

2. Prepare strawberry mojito sauce. Mash the berries with sugar and cook for 10 minutes over medium heat. Remove from heat. Add mint and lemon or lime juice. Blend until smooth. Thicken the consistency by evaporating liquid on the stove. Chill in the refrigerator.

   Required ingredients:

   • Strawberry: 150 g
   • Sugar: 0.5 glass
   • Mint leaves: 20 g
   • Lime juice: 2 tablespoons

3. Make cheese pancakes. Take the dough out of the fridge. Sprinkle flour on the surface and form a sausage shape. Important: do not mix flour into the dough. Cut into six equal parts. Roll into balls. Trim the shape with a knife. Place the semi-finished cheese pancakes in the freezer for 10 minutes: this way they won't fall apart when frying and will get a crispy crust.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese: 220 g
   • Egg yolk: 1 piece

4. Fry for 1 minute on each side in vegetable oil. Place the syrniki on a heated surface (temperature above 140 degrees). Bake the fried syrniki in the oven for 10 minutes.

5. Serve with strawberry sauce.