Cheese Blintz
Treat yourself to the indulgent perfection of Cheese Blintzes, a classic dish that blends delicate crepes with a luscious, creamy filling. Made from scratch with simple ingredients, these crepes are light and airy, creating the perfect canvas for a rich mixture of ricotta, cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla. Once filled and rolled, the blintzes are gently browned in butter, giving them a golden, slightly crisp exterior that contrasts beautifully with the velvety interior. Served warm and garnished with a sprinkling of powdered sugar and fresh berries, these Cheese Blintzes are a decadent breakfast, brunch, or dessert option that’s as elegant as it is comforting. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, this timeless recipe is surprisingly easy to master, making it a go-to for any special occasion or indulgent weekend treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Milk
- 3 Eggs
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for garnish)
- 0.5 cup Fresh berries (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, vegetable oil, and salt until smooth and lump-free to create the crepe batter.
Heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with a small amount of butter or oil.
Pour in just enough batter to thinly coat the bottom of the skillet, swirling the pan to spread the batter evenly. Cook for about 1-2 minutes, or until the edges start to lift and the bottom is lightly golden. Flip and cook the other side for 30 seconds.
Transfer cooked crepes to a plate and repeat until all the batter is used. This recipe makes about 12 crepes.
In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth and creamy. Set the filling aside.
Place a crepe on a clean surface, browned side down. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the cheese mixture into the center of the crepe, then fold the sides over the filling and roll it up like a burrito. Repeat with the remaining crepes and filling.
Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the filled blintzes seam-side down in the pan and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly crisp.
Remove from the skillet and serve warm. Garnish with powdered sugar and fresh berries, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2087 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 121.9 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.9 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 911 mg | 304% | |
| Sodium | 1652 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 183.4 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.8 g | ||
| Protein | 75.2 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.9 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 1551 mg | 119% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1312 mg | 28% | |
*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.
