Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.75 cup

All-purpose Flour

Divided

0.5 tsp

Baking Powder

0.25 tsp

Salt

1 pound

Cottage Cheese

Well Drained

4 tbsp

Sugar

2 unit

Eggs

0.5 tsp

Vanilla Extract

2 tbsp

Butter

For Pan Frying

1 unit

Sour Cream

For Serving

2 unit

Pears

Medium

1 unit

Apple

Medium

1 unit

Lime

1 tbsp

Honey

Step 1
~2 min

Sift 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour.

Step 2
~2 min

In a bowl, combine sifted flour with baking powder and salt.

Step 3
~2 min

Set aside the dry ingredients.

Step 4
~2 min

In a food processor, blend cottage cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.

Step 5
~2 min

Add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir well until combined. The mixture will be sticky.

Step 6
~2 min

Melt butter or oil in a skillet over low-medium heat.

Step 7
~2 min

Ensure the skillet is hot before frying the pancakes.

Key Technique: Frying
Step 8
~2 min

Place remaining 1/2 cup flour into a shallow plate.

Step 9
~2 min

Use a medium cookie scoop to scoop a ball of dough.

Step 10
~2 min

Roll the dough ball in the flour until coated.

Step 11
~2 min

Repeat with all remaining dough.

Step 12
~2 min

Pat the dough balls from one hand to another to remove excess flour.

Step 13
~2 min

Flatten the dough balls into pancake shapes.

Step 14
~2 min

Place the flattened pancakes in the hot skillet.

Step 15
~2 min

Cook until both sides are golden brown.

Step 16
~2 min

Place cooked pancakes on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 17
~2 min

To make caramelized fruit, cut pears and apple into cubes.

Step 18
~2 min

Place cubed fruit into a skillet.

Step 19
~2 min

Grate lime zest and squeeze lime juice into the skillet.

Step 20
~2 min

Add honey to the skillet and mix well.

Step 21
~2 min

Cook over high heat, constantly stirring, until fruit is golden and slightly caramelized.

Step 22
~2 min

Serve the pancakes with sour cream or yogurt.

Step 23
~2 min

Top with caramelized fruit.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Drain the cottage cheese well to prevent soggy pancakes.

Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference.

Serve with a variety of fruits and toppings.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Batter can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with tea or coffee.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Berry Compote
Maple Syrup
Whipped Cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Russia

Cultural Significance

A traditional breakfast dish enjoyed throughout Russia and Eastern Europe.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Maslenitsa (Butter Week)

Occasion Tags

Weekend Breakfast
Holiday Brunch

Popularity Score

70/100

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