Slovak Sweet Cottage Cheese Pancakes
Tvarohové Palacinky
Delicate and slightly sweet pancakes made with creamy Slovak cottage cheese (tvaroh), flour, and eggs. These palacinky are a delightful treat, often served for breakfast or dessert, typically filled or topped with fruit, jam, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
🧂 Ingredients
- 250 g Slovak cottage cheese (tvaroh), smooth or finely crumbled
- 2 Eggs
- 150 g All-purpose flour
- 100 ml Milk
- 2 tbsp Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla sugar or extract
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 2-3 tbsp Butter or oil, for frying
- to taste Powdered sugar, for dusting
- to taste Fruit jam or fresh berries, for serving
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla sugar (or extract), and salt. Whisk until well combined and relatively smooth. If using a very firm tvaroh, you might want to mash it well first.
💡 Tip: Using a smooth cottage cheese will result in a smoother batter and pancakes. - 2
Gradually whisk in the flour until you have a smooth batter. The consistency should be similar to a thick crepe batter, pourable but not too thin.
💡 Tip: Avoid overmixing the batter once the flour is added to prevent tough pancakes. - 3
Heat a lightly oiled or buttered non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake into the hot skillet, spreading it slightly with the back of the spoon if needed.
💡 Tip: A medium heat is best to ensure the pancakes cook through without burning. - 4
Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Flip carefully once the edges start to look set and bubbles appear on the surface.
💡 Tip: The cottage cheese can make these pancakes slightly more delicate, so handle them gently when flipping. - 5
Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter or oil to the skillet as needed.
💡 Tip: Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven while you finish the batch. - 6
Serve the warm pancakes immediately. Dust generously with powdered sugar and serve with your favorite fruit jam or fresh berries.
💡 Tip: These are delicious served with a dollop of whipped cream or a spoonful of sweetened yogurt.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓If your cottage cheese is very wet, you may need to drain it slightly before using.
- ✓For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of melted butter to the batter.
- ✓These pancakes can also be made ahead and gently reheated in a skillet or oven.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a handful of fresh blueberries or chopped strawberries directly into the batter before cooking.
- Fill the cooked pancakes with more cottage cheese, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a drizzle of honey.
- Serve with a side of stewed apples or pears for a more substantial dessert.