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Cottage Cheese Pancakes (Syrnyky) Recipe

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Cottage Cheese Pancakes, also known as Syrnyky, are traditional Eastern European treats made from dry curd or farmer's cheese. These slightly sweet, soft, and golden-brown pancakes are quick to prepare and perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack. They are lightly fried to achieve a crispy exterior while maintaining a tender interior.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (approximately 14 pancakes)

Ingredients

For the Pancakes

  • 1 lb. (450 g) cottage cheese (dry curd/pressed dry or farmer’s cheese)
  • 1 medium egg
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) erythritol (or stevia/sugar)
  • 3 Tbsp. (30 g) all-purpose flour (or rice flour) + more for dusting
  • 1 tsp. vanilla sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. (14 g) oil (or butter/ghee) for frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cottage Cheese: Rub the dry curd cottage cheese through a colander using a spatula into a mixing bowl or lightly blend with a hand blender to achieve a smoother texture.
  2. Make the Batter: Add the egg, erythritol, vanilla sugar, and flour to the cottage cheese. Mix thoroughly until a thick, slightly sticky dough forms. If the dough feels too wet, incorporate about 1 more tablespoon of flour.
  3. Shape the Pancakes: Choose one shaping method:
    Method 1: Lightly flour your work surface, roll the dough into a long rounded log, then cut into approximately 14 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a small, rounded pancake about ½-inch thick and lightly dust with flour.
    Method 2: Lightly flour your hands and surface, scoop dough portions with an ice cream scoop, roll each into a 2-inch ball, then flatten into ½-inch thick pancakes. Dust with flour to prevent sticking.
  4. Heat the Skillet: Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Brush the skillet surface with oil, butter, or ghee.
  5. Cook the Pancakes: Place the shaped pancakes in the skillet and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until they develop a golden brown, crispy crust. Adjust heat to prevent excessive browning.
  6. Serve: Transfer cooked pancakes to a platter and serve warm. Enjoy your traditional Syrnyky!

Notes

  • Using dry curd or pressed cottage cheese helps achieve the ideal texture; wet or creamy cottage cheese can make the dough too loose.
  • Adjust the amount of flour if needed to get a slightly sticky but workable dough.
  • For a sugar-free option, erythritol or stevia works well to maintain sweetness.
  • Cook on medium-low heat to avoid burning the pancakes before they cook through.
  • Serve with sour cream, jam, honey, or fresh berries for extra flavor.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Eastern European
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/cottage-cheese-pancakes-syrnyky-recipe/