Golden baked crepe rolls stuffed with a light, sweetened farmer's cheese filling — a beloved Ukrainian comfort dessert.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: ceramic baking dish
Garnishes: powdered sugar, fresh mint
Accompaniments: sour cream, berry sauce
Instructions
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1
Make thin crepes: whisk milk, eggs, flour, sugar, and salt. Fry thin crepes in a buttered pan, 1 minute per side.
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2
Mix farmer's cheese, egg yolk, sugar, vanilla, and sour cream for the filling.
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3
Place 2 tablespoons of filling on each crepe, fold edges in, and roll into a tight cylinder.
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4
Arrange rolls seam-down in a buttered baking dish.
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5
Brush tops with melted butter and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20 minutes until golden.
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6
Serve warm with sour cream or berry sauce.
Did You Know?
Nalysnyky are a traditional Maslenitsa dish, eaten to 'butter up' the sun and encourage spring's arrival.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- non-stick pan
- baking dish
- mixing bowl
Garnishing
powdered sugar, fresh mint
Accompaniments
sour cream, berry sauce
The Story Behind Налисники
Nalysnyky represent the baked evolution of Ukrainian crepe tradition, transforming simple mlyntsi into an elegant baked dish suitable for guests and holidays. The word comes from 'nalystuvaty' meaning to layer or wrap.
Traditionally prepared for Maslenitsa celebrations and Sunday family meals, nalysnyky showcase the Ukrainian love of farmer's cheese in both savory and sweet preparations.
Contemporary Ukrainian patisseries have elevated nalysnyky with fillings of seasonal berries, chocolate, and even savory mushroom versions, but the classic tvaroh filling remains the gold standard.
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