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Oladyi (Russian Yogurt Pancakes)
Fluffy, golden, and slightly tangy—these quick yogurt pancakes are a beloved Eastern European breakfast!
⏰ Prep Time: 5 mins | 🍳 Cook Time: 10 mins | 🍽️ Servings: 12-15 small pancakes
📝 Ingredients
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175g (1⅓ cups) 00 flour (or all-purpose/GF blend)
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5 tbsp yogurt (plain, Greek, or dairy-free)
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2 tbsp sugar
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2 tbsp vegetable oil (plus extra for frying)
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1 large egg
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2 tsp baking powder
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1 vanilla sugar sachet (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
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Pinch of salt
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Optional:
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½ tsp cinnamon or lemon zest
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Jam, honey, or sour cream for serving
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👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the Batter:
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In a bowl, whisk egg, yogurt, sugar, oil, and vanilla.
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Sift in flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until just combined (small lumps are okay).
2. Fry the Pancakes:
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Heat a skillet over medium with 1 tbsp oil.
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Drop 1 tbsp batter per pancake. Cook 1-2 mins until bubbles form, then flip and cook 1 min more.
3. Serve Warm:
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Stack with jam, honey, or a dollop of sour cream.
💡 Pro Tips:
✅ Extra fluffy? Separate the egg—whip the white to soft peaks, then fold in.
✅ Crispy edges? Use butter instead of oil for frying.
✅ Savory version: Omit sugar, add herbs and cheese.
🌟 Why You’ll Love Them:
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Light, tangy, and ready in 15 mins—no yeast needed!
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Kid-friendly and perfect for lazy weekends.
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Pairs with fresh berries, Nutella, or smoked salmon.
A taste of Eastern Europe at home! 🇷🇺🥞
(Fun fact: “Oladyi” comes from the Old Russian word for “butter”!)
