Syrniki (ukrainian Cottage Cheese Pancakes)

Syrniki are traditional Ukrainian cottage cheese pancakes that are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. They are a popular breakfast or dessert dish in Ukraine, often served with sour cream, jam, or honey.

Syrniki (ukrainian Cottage Cheese Pancakes)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract.
  2. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the mixture and stir until well combined.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Scoop the cottage cheese mixture onto the skillet to form pancakes and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Remove the syrniki from the skillet and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
  6. Serve the syrniki warm with sour cream, jam, or honey.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Skillet Spatula

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Syrniki are best served warm with a dollop of sour cream and a drizzle of honey.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to drain any excess liquid from the cottage cheese to prevent the syrniki from becoming too wet. You can use a cheesecloth or fine-mesh strainer to do this.

Cost

$5