Lazy Vareniki, aka Ukrainian lazy cheese pierogi, is a delicious and healthy breakfast option for those busy mornings. Made with fresh farmer’s cheese, they are melt-in-your-mouth soft and tender. Plus, they are so fast and easy to make. You can whip up these lazy cheese pierogi while the water for them comes to a boil.
Start by making the dough from farmer’s cheese, egg, a little sugar, a pinch of salt, and all-purpose flour. Depending on the moisture of your farmer’s cheese (or ricotta), you can adjust the amount of flour to make the dough thicker. Knead the dough gently with your hands a few times until it comes into a ball. Transfer the dough ball to a floured surface and divide it into 4 equal pieces. Using the palms of your hands, roll each piece into a 1-inch thick log. Slice each log into about ½-inch thick pieces. Cook the vareniki in batches in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes. Serve immediately with sour cream, fresh berries, and a touch of honey or homemade jam if you wish.
To make the Lazy Vareniki, you will need the following ingredients:
Fill a large pot with water and add 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil.
Place 1 pound farmer's cheese in a large bowl. Add ½ teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 egg and mix thoroughly until completely combined.
Start adding the flour, a few tablespoons at a time, mixing well, until you can form a ball. Depending on the moisture of your farmer's cheese (or ricotta), you may need to add from ½ a cup to 1 cup of flour. Avoid adding too much flour to the dough as the dough should be soft and tender.
Place the dough ball on a floured surface and divide it into 4 equal pieces.
Use the palms of your hands to roll each piece into a 1-inch thick log.
Slice each log into about ½-inch thick pieces.
Drop the pierogi in batches into boiling salted water, stirring constantly, to prevent them from sticking to the bottom. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Once the pierogi float to the top, cook them for 2 minutes. Remove the cheese pierogi from the pot with a slotted spoon.
Serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream, fresh berries and honey or homemade jam if you wish.
This Lazy Vareniki recipe is made with just a few simple ingredients and tastes so delicious. You will love how easy it is to make. If you make this traditional Ukrainian recipe, share a picture with us @cookmerecipes on Instagram - and don’t forget to let us know what you think in the comments below.
OMG, these Lazy Vareniki are the bomb! I whipped them up last Sunday when I was brunching with my friends and they were gone in minutes. Super easy to make, and oh so creamy! Def gonna be my go-to for quick mornings. Major props for the yummy factor and the vibe! Thanks for this recipe!
Superb! They taste so good, super easy to make! Made these for brunch with my buddies, and they loved 'em. Can't go wrong with Lazy Vareniki!
I was so thankful to find this recipe for Lazy Vareniki. I made them for breakfast last weekend, and they were such a hit with my wife! They are super easy and quick to whip up, which is perfect for our busy mornings. We loved them with a bit of honey and fresh berries. Absolutely great!
These Lazy Vareniki are proper lush! Whipped them up on a Saturday morn while the kids were about. Got loads of smiles and a quick clean-up too
Super easy dish! My kids loved these lazy vareniki for breakfast. I made them while my coffee brewed, and they turned out amazing. Such a perfect family recipe that I will keep making! Yum!
Yum!
Delicious!
These lazy vareniki were a hit at breakfast. Quick and yummy, my kids loved them with jam.
Exceptional! Made these for brunch, and they vanished quickly.
These are super easy! Made them for brunch and everyone loved them.
So easy, love it!
Amazing! Made these for brunch with my kiddos and they all devoured them. So simple and quick to whip up, even on a busy morning. The flavors are just perfect with honey and berries. Definitely a new family favorite!
I made these Lazy Vareniki last Sunday and they were super easy to whip up! They brought back memories of my grandma's kitchen, just like hers. Loved the soft texture!
Super delicious and easy
Man, these Lazy Vareniki are a game changer! Made 'em for breakfast last Sunday, and my kids loved 'em! So easy!
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