Syrniki, Russian Farmers Cheese Pancakes And Cherry

Name: Syrniki, Russian Farmers Cheese Pancakes And Cherry Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound firm full fat farmers cheese or ricotta, drained over night under press; 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt; 2 eggs, room temperature; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 2 teaspoons lemon or orange zest; 1/2 cup all purpose flour + extra for coating the pancakes; 1 teaspoon baking powder; Light oil or clarified butter for frying; For the sauce:; 1 cup sweet or sour cherries, petted; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon lemon juice, if using sweet cherries; 1 tablespoon potato starch; 1/3 cup cold water; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Servings: persons

1 pound firm full fat farmers cheese or ricotta, drained over night under press
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
2 eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 teaspoons lemon or orange zest
1/2 cup all purpose flour + extra for coating the pancakes
1 teaspoon baking powder
Light oil or clarified butter for frying
For the sauce:
1 cup sweet or sour cherries, petted
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice, if using sweet cherries
1 tablespoon potato starch
1/3 cup cold water
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1
In a mixing bowl combine flour, baking powder and salt. To another bowl add cheese, sugar, well-beaten eggs, lemon or orange zest and vanilla. Mix thoroughly.
2
Gradually add flour mixture until well combined and very smooth. Place in the refrigerator for 45 to 60 minutes, and then scoop balls of the dough and place on a lightly floured board. Form into rounds about 3/4-inch thick, and about 2 and 1/2- inches in diameter. Make sure that you flip dough rounds and lightly coat both sides with flour.
3
Preheat a non-stick skillet on medium-low heat. Pour about 1 tablespoon of oil or clarified butter in the bottom. When the oil is hot, lay the pancakes one at a time into the skillet, not more then three or four, depending on the size of the skillet.
4
Sautee until first side is golden brown, turn the pancake over and cook until the second side is golden brown, about 5 to 6 minutes per side. Place Syrniki on a serving platter. Serve at once with creme fraiche or sour cream and any your favorite jams, preserves, fruit or berry sauces or fresh berries.
5
To make the cherry sauce: Combine cherries with sugar and lemon juice (if using) in a small sauce pan. Bring to simmer; cook for 3 to 4 minutes. In a cup mix together potato starch with water and add to cherries; when it comes back to simmer, cook for about 2 minutes or until the sauce thickens; mix in vanilla extract and pour over Syrniki. Enjoy!

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound firm full fat farmers cheese or ricotta, drained over night under press, 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt, 2 eggs, room temperature, and more.

Yes, Syrniki, Russian Farmers Cheese Pancakes And Cherry Sauce falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Syrniki, Russian Farmers Cheese Pancakes And Cherry Sauce

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