Cherry cheesecakes
4 servings
22 minutes
Cherry syrniki are a delightful combination of tender cottage cheese and juicy berries, creating a harmony of taste. This recipe has its roots in traditional Russian cuisine, where syrniki have long been considered a symbol of home comfort. The cottage cheese dough enriched with vanilla sugar gives the dish softness and a light sweetness. The hidden cherry inside adds a refreshing tartness, making the syrniki more expressive. They acquire a golden crust when fried while remaining soft inside. Served with berries, sour cream or jam, they make an ideal breakfast or dessert. The uniqueness of the dish lies in its versatility: it is suitable for both cozy home gatherings and festive treats. The taste of cherry syrniki is a balance of sweetness and tartness, tenderness and crispy crust that makes you come back for more.
1
Put the cottage cheese in a deep bowl and add an egg.
- Semi-fat curd cheese (9%): 500 g
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
2
Pour sugar.
- Sugar: 3 tablespoons
3
Add a pinch of salt.
- Salt: pinch
4
Add vanilla sugar to the cottage cheese mixture.
- Vanilla sugar: 1 teaspoon
5
Thoroughly mix all the ingredients.
6
Add 2 tablespoons of flour and mix.
- Wheat flour: 5 tablespoon
7
Form small balls from the cottage cheese, slightly press them, and roll in the remaining flour.
- Wheat flour: 5 tablespoon
8
Remove the pits from the cherries and leave a few berries for decoration.
- Cherry (sour): 100 g
9
Place one cherry in the center of the cheese pancake.
- Cherry (sour): 100 g
10
Seal the edges of the cheese pancake to keep the cherry inside.
11
Place the cheese pancakes in a well-heated pan with sunflower oil and fry on both sides until a golden crust forms.
12
It can be served at the table, additionally decorated with berries.
