Syrniki recipe: Delicious farmer’s cheese pancakes to try

Ingredients for Syrniki (сирники / farmer’s cheese pancakes)

• 2 egg yolks

• 450 g tvorog or farmer’s cheese, homemade or store-bought

• 100 g caster sugar

• 90 g plain flour

• 2.5 ml baking powder

• pinch of salt

• 30 ml double cream (optional)

• 30 g unsalted butter, softened

• 30 ml vegetable oil

• soured cream, for garnish

How to make Syrniki (сирники / farmer’s cheese pancakes)

1. In a medium bowl, beat the egg yolks into the farmer’s cheese, then stir in the sugar.

2. In a separate bowl, mix together 75 g of the flour, the baking powder, and the salt, then add to the cheese mixture. If the mixture seems dry, add a little single cream.

3. Place the butter and oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat and melt the butter.

4. Sprinkle the remaining 30 g of flour onto a plate and dust your hands with some flour.

5. Using your hands or a spoon, scoop out about 30 ml of the batter and set it on the floured plate. Gently shape it into a round patty about 5 cm in diameter, coating it lightly on all sides with flour. Repeat with the remaining batter.

6. Carefully transfer the patties to the frying pan and cook slowly until the undersides are browned, about 3 minutes.

7. Turn the patties using a spatula and cook until the other sides are browned, an additional 3–4 minutes.

8. Serve immediately with sour cream.

Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.