Russian Walnut-Cherry Latkes with Cherry-Apple Sauc

Name: Russian Walnut-Cherry Latkes with Cherry-Apple Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup dried tart cherries; 1 7.5-ounce package farmer's cheese, drained; 2 tablespoons cream cheese, room temperature; 4 large eggs, separated; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 5 tablespoons all purpose flour; 2 tablespoons (packed) golden brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/3 cup finely chopped lightly toasted walnuts; 3 tablespoons (about) unsalted butter; 3 tablespoons (about) vegetable oil; Cherry-Apple Sauce

Servings: persons

1/4 cup dried tart cherries
1 7.5-ounce package farmer's cheese, drained
2 tablespoons cream cheese, room temperature
4 large eggs, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 tablespoons (packed) golden brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup finely chopped lightly toasted walnuts
3 tablespoons (about) unsalted butter
3 tablespoons (about) vegetable oil
Cherry-Apple Sauce

1
Place cherries in small bowl with enough hot water to cover; soak until plumped, about 10 minutes.
2
Drain.
3
Set aside.
4
Blend both cheeses, egg yolks, and vanilla extract in processor just until smooth, about 30 seconds.
5
Add flour, sugar, and salt and mix in, using on/off turns, just until blended.
6
Transfer batter to large bowl.
7
Mix in reserved cherries and chopped walnuts.
8
Using electric mixer, beat egg whites in large bowl until stiff but not dry.
9
Gently fold whites into batter in 3 additions.
10
Melt 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
11
Working in batches, drop batter by heaping tablespoonfuls into skillet and spread to 2 1/2-inch rounds.
12
Cook until bottoms are golden, about 1 1/2 minutes per side.
13
Using slotted spatula, transfer latkes to plates.
14
Add more butter and oil as necessary and allow to get hot before adding more batter.
15
Serve immediately with Cherry-Apple Sauce .

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup dried tart cherries, 1 7.5-ounce package farmer's cheese, drained, 2 tablespoons cream cheese, room temperature, 4 large eggs, separated, and more.

Yes, Russian Walnut-Cherry Latkes with Cherry-Apple Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Russian Walnut-Cherry Latkes with Cherry-Apple Sauce

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