Golden on the outside and soft and pillowy inside, these classic syrniki are the kind of breakfast that makes a slow morning feel special. Made with dry cottage cheese and a little semolina, they fry up beautifully crisp and pair perfectly with sour cream, jam, or fresh berries. If you love cottage cheese recipes, you will also enjoy our Lavash Envelopes with Cottage Cheese and Cheese.
Ingredients
- 400 g (about 2 cups) dry cottage cheese (5-9% fat)
- 2 eggs
- 2-3 tbsp semolina (add gradually depending on moisture)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2-3 tbsp flour, for dusting
- Oil for frying (coconut oil works well)
Instructions
- Mash the cottage cheese with the eggs and sugar.
- Stir in the semolina one spoonful at a time until the right consistency (about 2 tbsp for dry cheese; more if wet).
- Shape into patties — a glass and knife make this easy.
- Fry in oil over the lowest heat on both sides until golden. A silicone spatula makes flipping easy.
Tips
- Use dry cottage cheese for the best texture; if yours is wet, add the semolina gradually and let the mixture rest for a few minutes.
- Keep the heat low so the syrniki cook through and turn evenly golden without burning.
- Serve with sour cream and berries, and for another cheesy favorite try our Chicken Rolls with Ham and Cheese in Cream Sauce. For more breakfast inspiration, visit Allrecipes.
Nutrition (per 100 g): 278.4 kcal | Protein 10.9 g | Fat 9.1 g | Carbohydrates 37.3 g