How to Make Ukrainian Syrniki (Cheese Doughnuts)

cottage cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Ricotta offers a similar texture with fewer calories.

flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is gluten-free and adds a nutty flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean enhances flavor without artificial additives.

Drain excess liquid from cottage cheese if necessary

Mix cottage cheese, egg, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth

Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl

Gradually add dry ingredients to the cheese mixture, stirring until just combined

Form the mixture into small patties

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering

Fry the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown

Transfer cooked syrniki to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil

Serve warm with sour cream, jam, or fresh fruit

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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