Syrnyky or tvorozhniki are made from creamy tvorog (творог, quark), mixed with flour, eggs and sugar, sometimes adding vanilla extract.[1] Pot cheese or farmer's cheese is suggested as a substitute for the tvorog.[3] The soft mixture is shaped into cakes, which are fried in vegetable oil[2] or hot butter.[3] The consistency should remain creamy,[4] while they are slightly browned on both sides.[5] They are traditionally sweet[5] and served for breakfast or dessert,[6] but can be made savory as well.[3] Raisins, chopped dried apricot, or fresh apples or pears are sometimes added into the batter.[9] Their simplicity and delicious taste have made them very popular in Eastern Europe. They are typically served with varenye, jam, smetana (sour cream) and / or melted butter.[3][4]