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blintzes Recipe A delicious serving of blintzes, filled with a sweet or savory mixture, dusted with powdered sugar, and resting on a plate with berry sauce underneath.

Blintzes Recipe

These delicate, crepe-like Blintzes Recipe are filled with a creamy cheese mixture, pan-fried to golden perfection, and topped with your favorite fruity or sweet accompaniments.
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Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: Eastern European, Jewish
Keyword: berry topping, blintzes, cheese blintzes, crepes, sweet breakfast
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Chill time for filling: 10 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 457kcal
Cost: $8

Ingredients

Blintzes:

  • 1 ¼ cups milk whole milk works best for a richer flavor
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour regular or unbleached flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar adjust sweetness to taste
  • Pinch of salt for balance
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds flavor
  • 3 tablespoons butter softened (plus extra for toasting)

Cheese Filling:

  • 1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese or full-fat for a richer filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened (ensure it’s room temperature)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 1 egg yolk for richness
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice adds tang
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for depth of flavor

Topping Ideas:

  • Berry sauce recipe below
  • Fresh berries strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • Lemon zest adds a fresh fragrance
  • Mint leaves for garnish
  • Whipped cream optional
  • Applesauce for a comforting topping
  • Maple syrup if preferred for sweetness

Instructions

  • Mix all cheese filling ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
  • Place the bowl with the cheese mixture in the freezer to chill while you prepare the blintzes.
  • Combine milk, flour, sugar, eggs, butter, vanilla, and salt in a blender. Blend until smooth.
    The ingredients for the batter are in a blender, ready to be mixed into a smooth, thin batter for making the crepes.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter. Pour ¼ cup of batter into the skillet and swirl it to form a thin, even circle. Cook until the edges are golden, then flip and cook the other side. Remove and set aside on a plate. Repeat with the remaining batter.
  • Spoon a generous amount of the chilled cheese filling onto each crepe, placing it about 1 inch from the bottom. Fold in the sides and roll it up tightly, like a burrito.
    close-up showing the blintz wrapper being filled with a creamy or sweet filling, ready to be rolled.
  • In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the blintzes seam-side down and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
    A delicious serving of blintzes, filled with a sweet or savory mixture, dusted with powdered sugar, and resting on a plate with berry sauce underneath.
  • Top the warm blintzes with berry sauce, fresh berries, powdered sugar, and other toppings of your choice.

Notes

Blintzes are a versatile treat that can be enjoyed with fresh berries, powdered sugar, or even applesauce. They're perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet dessert.

Nutrition

Serving: 170g | Calories: 457kcal (23%) | Carbohydrates: 39g (13%) | Protein: 15g (30%) | Fat: 27g (42%) | Saturated Fat: 15g (94%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 215mg (72%) | Sodium: 289mg (13%) | Potassium: 243mg (7%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 21g (23%) | Vitamin A: 1092IU (22%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 233mg (23%) | Iron: 2mg (11%)
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