Blintz
Indulge in the comforting, time-honored flavors of homemade blintzes—tender, golden crepes filled with a luscious mixture of cottage cheese, cream cheese, and a hint of bright lemon zest. This classic Eastern European dish combines delicate crepe-making with a rich, slightly sweet filling, creating a show-stopping treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. The blintzes are pan-fried until beautifully crisp and golden, then finished in the oven to ensure a warm, creamy center in every bite. Serve them with a dollop of sour cream, a drizzle of fruit preserves, or a sprinkle of fresh berries for a restaurant-quality dish that's as versatile as it is irresistible. Whether you're craving a sweet indulgence or a comforting culinary tradition, this blintz recipe will delight and impress every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, milk, eggs, water, melted butter, and salt until a smooth batter forms.
Cover the batter and let it rest for at least 20 minutes at room temperature.
Meanwhile, prepare the filling by combining cottage cheese, cream cheese, egg yolk, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest in a medium bowl. Mix well until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
Heat a small non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with vegetable oil.
Pour about 1/4 cup of the crepe batter into the skillet, tilting the pan to spread the batter evenly into a thin circular layer.
Cook the crepe for about 1-2 minutes until the underside is lightly golden. Flip the crepe and cook for an additional minute.
Transfer the cooked crepe to a plate and repeat the process with the remaining batter, stacking the crepes as you go.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
To assemble the blintzes, place a crepe on a clean working surface and spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cheese filling into the center. Fold the sides in, then roll up the crepe to enclose the filling completely, forming a neat package.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat with 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Place blintzes seam-side down in the skillet, cooking in batches. Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Transfer the browned blintzes to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes to ensure they are heated through.
Serve the blintzes warm, optionally garnished with sour cream, fruit preserves, or fresh berries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1971 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.0 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.2 g | 256% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 966 mg | 322% | |
| Sodium | 1903 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.7 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.8 g | ||
| Protein | 65.0 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.6 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 663 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1041 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
