Syrniki with caramelised pears

STEP BY STEP

Let’s make it, step by step

1. 01

   Choose dry cheese

   Use firm, dry tvorog or farmer cheese. If it is wet, drain it in the fridge in advance and weigh out 500 g afterwards.

2. 02

   Mix and rest

   Combine the cheese, egg, vanilla sugar, salt, semolina and 30 g sugar. The mixture should be soft but shapeable. Rest for 15–20 minutes.

3. 03

   Prepare the pears

   Chop the walnuts. Core the pears and cut into lengthwise wedges. Leave the skin on if you like.

4. 04

   Shape the pancakes

   Divide into even portions. With a little flour, roll into balls and gently flatten. Use a glass or scraper to tidy the sides, then brush off excess flour.

5. 05

   Fry until golden

   Heat the oil over medium heat. Fry the pancakes with space between them. Turn when golden and cook through; lower the heat if they brown too quickly.

6. 06

   Caramelise the pears

   Melt the butter, add the pears and 20 g sugar. Turn carefully until soft, golden and glossy. Brandy is not needed for the alcohol-free version.

7. 07

   Serve beautifully

   Plate with the pears, walnuts, honey, icing sugar and vanilla ice cream. Add cinnamon if you like.