Ukrainian Pineapple Syrnyk (Cheesecake) Recipe

Name: Ukrainian Pineapple Syrnyk (Cheesecake)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup graham wafer; zwieback crumbs; 2 tbsp. sugar; 1/2 tsp. cinnamon; 1/4 cup soft butter; 2-1/2 tbsp. gelatin; 1/4 cup cold water; 2 egg yolks; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 cup milk; 1 cup sugar; 1/2 tsp. grated lemon rind; 1 tbsp. lemon juice; 1 can (10 oz.) crushed pineapple, well drained; 3 cups cottage cheese, sieved; 2 egg whites; 1 cup rich cream, whipped

Servings: persons

1 cup graham wafer
zwieback crumbs
2 tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 cup soft butter
2-1/2 tbsp. gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
2 egg yolks
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 cup milk
1 cup sugar
1/2 tsp. grated lemon rind
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1 can (10 oz.) crushed pineapple, well drained
3 cups cottage cheese, sieved
2 egg whites
1 cup rich cream, whipped

1
Soften the gelatin in the cold water.
2
Combine the egg yolks, salt, milk, and sugar in the top of a double boiler.
3
Cook over simmering water, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken.
4
Add the softened gelatin and stir until dissolved.
5
Remove from the range and chill.
6
Beat until very smooth.
7
Then stir in the lemon rind, lemon juice, crushed pineapple, and sieved cheese.
8
Mix well.
9
Let the mixture stand until slightly thickened.
10
Fold in the stiffly beaten egg whites and whipped cream.
11
Spread over the crumb crust.
12
Chill for 12 hours.

1183

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup graham wafer, zwieback crumbs, 2 tbsp. sugar, 1/2 tsp. cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Ukrainian Pineapple Syrnyk (Cheesecake) falls under the Baking & Desserts 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.

Ukrainian Pineapple Syrnyk (Cheesecake)

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