Cheesecakes with sour cream and orange zest
2 servings
30 minutes
Cheese pancakes with sour cream and orange zest are a refined blend of traditional Russian cuisine and refreshing citrus notes. The origins of this dish trace back to Russian villages where cottage cheese was a staple food. Delicate cheese pancakes soaked in creamy softness and vanilla aroma are perfectly complemented by airy sour cream with a hint of sweetness. Orange zest adds a zesty freshness, transforming the classic treat into an exquisite dessert. They are perfect for family breakfasts or cozy tea times, delighting with their simplicity of preparation and richness of flavor nuances.
1
Transfer the cottage cheese to a bowl, mix with egg, salt, and sugar, then blend well and strain through a sieve. Place flour on the table, shape the cottage cheese mixture into balls and form syrniki using a knife or spatula while coating in flour. Arrange the prepared syrniki on a tray and refrigerate for 20 minutes. Remove from the fridge and fry over medium heat in vegetable oil until golden on both sides; then transfer to a tray and bake in the oven for 5 minutes at 180 degrees.
- Semi-fat curd cheese (9%): 150 g
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Sugar: 10 g
- Wheat flour: 100 g
- Vegetable oil: 40 ml
- Butter: 20 g
2
Whip the sour cream with powdered sugar to double the volume.
- Sour cream: 60 g
- Icing sugar: 10 g
3
Place the syrniki on a plate, spread cream on top, and sprinkle with grated orange zest.
- Oranges: 0.5 piece
