Sugar-Free Syrniki
Elevate your breakfast game with these delightful sugar-free syrniki—soft and fluffy farmer's cheese pancakes that are as wholesome as they are satisfying. This healthier twist on the classic Russian recipe uses cottage cheese (or quark) as the star ingredient, delivering a protein-packed base that pairs beautifully with subtle hints of vanilla and a dash of salt. Made without refined sugar, these tender patties can be slightly sweetened with your favorite natural sugar-free alternative, or simply enjoyed as-is for a more savory experience. Quick to prepare and pan-fried to golden perfection, these syrniki come together in under 30 minutes, making them an ideal guilt-free treat for busy mornings or leisurely weekend brunches. Serve them warm with sugar-free yogurt, fresh berries, or a drizzle of honey substitute for a deliciously nourishing dish that’s perfect for health-conscious food lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams cottage cheese (preferably farmer's cheese or quark)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 60 grams all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour (plus more for dusting)
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon optional granulated sweetener (e.g., erythritol or stevia)
- 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil (e.g., sunflower or avocado oil)
Instructions
In a large bowl, mash the cottage cheese with a fork or potato masher until smooth. Alternatively, you can pass it through a fine sieve for a finer texture.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and salt to the mashed cottage cheese. Mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. If using an optional sweetener, add it to the flour mixture.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
Sprinkle a clean work surface with a little extra flour. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a small patty about 2 cm thick. Dust your hands with flour as needed to prevent sticking.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Once hot, place half the syrniki into the pan (or as many as will comfortably fit without overcrowding).
Cook the syrniki for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Lower the heat if they brown too quickly.
Repeat with the remaining syrniki, adding the second tablespoon of oil to the skillet as needed.
Serve warm with your choice of sugar-free toppings, such as unsweetened yogurt, fresh berries, or a drizzle of honey substitute.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
963 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.6 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 288 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 2381 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.5 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 57.2 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 367 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 560 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
