Slow Kitchen Notes

← All recipes · August 30, 2026

Syrniki for slow Sunday mornings

Farmer's cheese pancakes, golden outside and soft inside. Sour cream and jam, strong tea.

Serves
3
Time
30 min

Ingredients

  • 500 g dry farmer's cheese (tvorog), 9%
  • 1 egg, 2 tbsp sugar, a pinch of salt
  • 3–4 tbsp flour plus more for rolling
  • Vanilla or lemon zest, oil for frying

Method

  1. Press the tvorog through a sieve or mash well with a fork.
  2. Mix in egg, sugar, salt and vanilla, then just enough flour to hold together.
  3. Shape thick little rounds and roll them in flour.
  4. Fry on medium-low heat, covered, about 4 minutes a side.