Syrniki

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

Golden, soft cheese pancakes with a delicate, creamy interior and a lightly crisp exterior. They are traditionally served warm with sour cream or berries.

25 minMediumServes 4280 cal/serving

RussianBreakfastStovetopVegetarianNut-FreeSoy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

Ingredients

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

Instructions

1

Mash 1 lb drained farmer cheese in a bowl with a fork until smooth.
2

Mix in 1 beaten egg, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp salt until uniform.
3

Stir in 1/3 cup all-purpose flour just until a soft dough forms.
4

Divide dough into small portions, shape into thick round patties, and coat with 1/4 cup all-purpose flour.
5

Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.
6

Fry patties for 4 minutes per side until deep golden brown and set through.

Questions

Can I make 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 Syrniki gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour. 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 Syrniki keep?

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

Can I halve or double Syrniki?

Yes. As written it serves 4. 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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