How to Make Syrniki - A Step-by-Step Guide

Syrniki, also known as Russian cheese pancakes, are a beloved and iconic dish in Russian and Eastern European cuisine. These delicious little pancakes are made with a base of tvorog - a type of Russian curd cheese - and are typically served for breakfast or as a sweet snack. Syrniki are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a delightful treat for any time of day.

What truly sets syrniki apart is their unique flavor and texture. The use of tvorog gives these pancake...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ pounds quark cheese
  • ⅔ cup all-purpose flour, sifted
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup raisins, or to taste (Optional)
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 pinches salt
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Strain or process quark cheese through a sieve or meat grinder to achieve a powdery consistency. Mix quark cheese, 2/3 cup flour, sugar, raisins, eggs, baking soda, vanilla extract, and salt together in a bowl until batter is well mixed.
  • Pour 1/4 cup flour into a small bowl.
  • Roll batter, about 2 tablespoons per serving, into a ball and roll in flour until coated. Flatten each ball into a 2-inch patty, squaring off the edges.
  • Heat about 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Fry patties, working in batches, in the hot oil until dark brown and a shell has formed, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining oil and patties.
  • Nutrition

    339 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 87mg
    • Sodium: 220mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 118mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 218mg