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A delicious plate of Farmers Cheese Pancakes with Apple (Syrniki)

Farmers Cheese Pancakes with Apple (Syrniki)

Delicious and fluffy farmers cheese pancakes with a hint of apple, perfect for breakfast or brunch!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: Russian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Pancake Batter
  • 2 cups farmers cheese homemade or store-bought
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1 medium apple any variety, peeled, cored and finely diced
  • 1/2 cups all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 2 to 3 Tbsp light olive oil or canola or vegetable oil, for sauteing

Equipment

  • Non-stick Pan

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl combine farmers cheese, eggs, flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Use an electric hand mixer on medium speed and mix just until well blended.
  2. Place baking soda into a small ramekin and add vinegar then stir to combine. It should fizz. Pour this mixture into the batter and mix until well blended. Use a spatula to fold in diced apples.
  3. Heat a large non-stick pan over medium/low heat and add oil.
  4. Fill a shallow bowl with flour. Add batter a heaping tablespoon at a time. Sprinkle flour generously over the top then gently lift pancake and pat from one hand to another to remove excess flour.
  5. Saute in hot oil over med/low heat about 3 min per side. Flip when starting to form tiny bubbles on top. Transfer to a platter and serve warm with your favorite topping such as jam and sour cream.

Notes

Serve these pancakes warm with sweet toppings like jam or sour cream for an authentic taste. Feel free to experiment with different apple varieties for a unique flavor profile.