Tender cheesecakes in the oven

3 servings

40 minutes

Baked tender syrniki are a classic dish of Russian cuisine, loved for their softness and lightness. The history of syrniki goes back centuries when cottage cheese was an integral part of traditional nutrition. Baking in the oven gives syrniki a delicate texture without excess oil, making them light and healthy. Vanilla sugar adds a subtle aroma, while the crispy crust complements the soft center. They can be served with jam, honey, or sour cream, creating a perfect breakfast or dessert. Adding raisins or dried apricots gives them a sweet touch. These syrniki embody the coziness, warmth, and flavor of home that is delightful to enjoy with family.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 325
• Proteins: 25.8g
• Fats: 14.3g
• Carbohydrates: 22.1g

Ingredients

• Cottage cheese 9%: 400 g
• Wheat flour: 2 tbsp
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Sugar: 2 tbsp
• Vanilla sugar: 2 g
• Salt: pinch

Cooking steps

1. Place the dry cottage cheese in a bowl, add sugar, and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese 9%: 400 g
   • Sugar: 2 tablespoons

2. Separate the egg into white and yolk, whisk them separately. Add a pinch of salt to the egg white while whisking. Mix the cottage cheese, yolk, flour, and vanilla sugar. Add the egg white to the mixture and mix again. The result will be a homogeneous, dense, thick mass. If you like cheese pancakes with raisins or dried apricots, you can mix them into the mass as well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Salt:  pinch
   • Cottage cheese 9%: 400 g
   • Wheat flour: 2 tablespoons
   • Vanilla sugar: 2 g

3. Make syrniki: scoop cottage cheese with a spoon, roll it in flour, place on a greased baking sheet, flatten to form a round patty. Bake at 180–200 degrees for 20 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese 9%: 400 g
   • Wheat flour: 2 tablespoons