Lush cheesecakes in a frying pan
3 servings
30 minutes
Fluffy syrniki are a true embodiment of home comfort and warmth. This traditional Russian recipe has its roots in ancient times when cottage cheese was a staple in peasant families. Tender, airy syrniki with a subtle vanilla aroma and light sweetness literally melt in your mouth, leaving a pleasant creamy aftertaste. They pair perfectly with sour cream, jam, or honey, making breakfast or tea time not just tasty but truly special. They are quick and easy to prepare – just a few ingredients and a bit of patience result in a delicious treat with a golden crust on the table. Syrniki evoke cozy childhood memories, the aroma of grandma's kitchen, and represent true culinary classics that bring joy with every bite.
1
Prepare all the ingredients.
2
Squeeze the cottage cheese to remove excess moisture using cheesecloth.
- Curd cheese (tvorog): 400 g
3
Add an egg to the cottage cheese.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
4
Blend until smooth.
5
Add 10 grams of flour and mix until smooth.
- Wheat flour: 60 g
6
Add both types of sugar and salt, and mix again.
- Vanilla sugar: 15 g
- Sugar: 30 g
- Salt: pinch
7
Shape the cheese pancakes on a floured surface.
- Wheat flour: 60 g
8
Heat vegetable oil in a pan and place the cheese pancakes, frying on medium heat until golden brown.
- Vegetable oil: 30 ml
9
Flip the cheese pancakes, lower the heat, cover with a lid, and cook for another 10-12 minutes.
10
Serve fluffy cheese pancakes with sour cream, optionally dusted with powdered sugar.
- Sour cream: to taste
- Icing sugar: to taste
