Glazed Syrniki

Name: Glazed Syrniki
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients: 1 lb farmer cheese, drained; 1 egg yolk, beaten; 2 tbsp granulated sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, sifted; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 1/3 cup raspberry jam; 2 tbsp water

Golden farmer cheese pancakes featuring a delicate crispy exterior and a sweet berry glaze coating.

25 minMediumServes 2420 cal/serving

RussianBreakfastStovetopVegetarianNut-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

Ingredients

1 lb farmer cheese, drained
1 egg yolk, beaten
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/3 cup raspberry jam
2 tbsp water

Instructions

1

Mix 1 lb drained farmer cheese, 1 beaten egg yolk, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.
2

Stir in 1/4 cup sifted all-purpose flour to form a soft dough.
3

Shape dough into small thick patties on a floured surface.
4

Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.
5

Fry patties for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and set.
6

In a small pan, warm 1/3 cup raspberry jam and 2 tbsp water until glossy, then pour over patties to glaze.

Questions

Can I make Glazed Syrniki dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (1 lb farmer cheese, drained, 2 tbsp unsalted butter) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free breakfast collection instead.

Can I make Glazed Syrniki gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, sifted. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Glazed Syrniki keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Glazed Syrniki?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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