Russian Cheese Pancakes (Syrniki)

A quick and easy breakfast, syrniki are traditional Russian cheese pancakes that use quark or tvorog (farmer's) cheese for extra creaminess.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 151 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• oil for frying
• 1 cup quark, well drained
• 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 teaspoons vanilla sugar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Beat egg and white sugar together in a bowl until smooth. Whisk in quark cheese, flour, vanilla sugar, and salt. Mix well until dough is thick and sticky.

Step 2

Divide dough into 5 to 6 portions. Form into balls and coat with some flour. Flatten slightly to form into discs (syrniki).

Step 3

Heat oil in skillet over medium-low heat. Add the syrniki; fry until browned, 5 minutes per side.