Sochniki with sugar
12 servings
15 minutes
Syrniki with sugar are a classic Russian treat that combines the tenderness of cottage cheese and a crispy sweet crust. These baked goods have deep roots in Russian cuisine, dating back to times when housewives aimed to prepare hearty and simple sweets for their families. Their soft dough made from cottage cheese and butter creates a unique flavor with subtle vanilla notes. During baking, the sugar caramelizes, giving the syrniki a crunchy, slightly caramelized crust. They are perfect for morning tea or a cozy evening with a hot drink. The simplicity of preparation makes them a favorite recipe among home bakers, and their sweet charm is a beloved treat for all ages.
1
Mix the cottage cheese with soft butter until smooth.
- Semi-fat curd cheese (9%): 500 g
- Butter: 350 g
2
Mix flour, vanillin, and baking soda.
- Wheat flour: 650 g
- Vanillin: 1.5 piece
- Baking soda: 2 teaspoons
3
Combine with a mixture of cottage cheese and butter.
4
The dough should be soft but not sticky to the hands; if it is sticky, add flour.
- Wheat flour: 650 g
5
Form a ball of 80 grams from the dough.
6
Sprinkle sugar evenly on the plate.
- Sugar: 500 g
7
Place the ball on sugar and press it with your palm until you get a flatbread with a diameter of 8 cm.
- Sugar: 500 g
8
Fold the flatbread in half, with sugar inside.
- Sugar: 500 g
9
Press the flatbread into the sugar on one side again.
- Sugar: 500 g
10
Fold in half with sugar inside and press again in the sugar.
- Sugar: 500 g
11
Place it on the baking sheet with the sugar side down.
12
Bake at 180 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
