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Fluffy Russian Syrniki with Berries and Honey

Name: Fluffy Russian Syrniki with Berries and Honey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Breakfast
Ingredients: Farmer's cheese or quark, 500g, well-drained; Eggs, 2 large; Sugar, 3 tbsp; Vanilla extract, 1 tsp; Lemon zest, ½ tsp; All-purpose flour, ½ cup, plus more for dusting; Baking powder, 1 tsp; Salt, Pinch; Vegetable oil or unsalted butter, for frying; Fresh berries, e.g., strawberries, raspberries, blueberries; Honey, for drizzling

Russian Syrniki are tender, pillowy pancakes made with farmer's cheese, traditionally served for breakfast or as a dessert. Paired with fresh berries and honey, they make for a heavenly treat.

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·By Ethan Brooks·August 13, 2025

Fluffy Russian Syrniki with Berries and Honey — Breakfast served and photographed from above

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Syrniki

For Cooking

For the Toppings

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 307 kcal
Protein: 17.25 g
Carbs: 34 g
Fat: 11.5 g
Fiber: 2.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1226 kcal
Protein: 69 g
Carbs: 136 g
Fat: 46 g
Fiber: 10 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Farmer's cheese or quark 500g, well-drained	430	50	10	20	0
Eggs 2 large	140	12	1	10	0
Sugar 3 tbsp	150	0	38	0	0
Vanilla extract 1 tsp	12	0	1	0	0
Lemon zest ½ tsp	0	0	0	0	0
All-purpose flour ½ cup, plus more for dusting	228	6	48	1	2
Baking powder 1 tsp	2	0	1	0	0
Salt Pinch	0	0	0	0	0
Vegetable oil or unsalted butter for frying	120	0	0	14	0
Fresh berries e.g., strawberries, raspberries, blueberries	80	1	20	1	8
Honey for drizzling	64	0	17	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Syrniki Batter

1
Combine ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the farmer's cheese, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
Tip: Ensure the farmer's cheese is well-drained to keep the Syrniki from becoming too soft.
2
Mix in dry ingredients
Mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt until a soft dough forms.
3
Shape the Syrniki
Divide the dough into small portions, roughly the size of a golf ball, and shape them into round patties.

Prepping for Frying

1
Dust with flour
Dust each Syrniki lightly with additional flour to prevent sticking.
2
Heat the fat
Heat the vegetable oil or butter in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
3
Prepare for draining
Prepare a paper towel-lined plate for draining excess oil.
Tip: Avoid overcrowding the pan to achieve even cooking. Pro Tip: Use a spatula to gently press each patty, ensuring even thickness.

How to Make Fluffy Russian Syrniki with Berries and Honey

Total time: 1 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Pan Frying
Cook Syrniki in batches, frying for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
2
Draining
Place the cooked Syrniki on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
3
Topping Preparation
While hot, move the Syrniki to a plate and begin preparing toppings.