Low Fat Cheese Blintzes
Delight in the creamy indulgence of **Low Fat Cheese Blintzes**, a healthier twist on a classic comfort food! These golden crepes, made with a light batter of all-purpose flour, skim milk, and egg whites, are filled with a velvety blend of low-fat ricotta, cream cheese, a touch of honey, and a hint of lemon zest for a zesty sweetness. Perfectly pan-seared to achieve a crisp yet tender texture, these blintzes are as satisfying as they are wholesome. With just 25 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cook time, this easy and guilt-free recipe is ideal for refined brunch spreads, dessert tables, or even a weekday indulgence. Garnish with a drizzle of honey or fresh fruit for a stunning presentation that tastes as good as it looks. Whether you're focused on low-fat recipes or just love cheese-filled goodness, these blintzes are sure to please!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Skim milk
- 1 Large egg
- 2 Egg whites
- 1 tablespoon Cane sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- Cooking spray
- 1 cup Low fat ricotta cheese
- 0.5 cup Low fat cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Butter
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the milk while continuing to whisk until smooth.
In a small bowl, beat together the egg and egg whites. Add this to the flour mixture along with 1 tablespoon of sugar and whisk until well combined and smooth. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes.
Heat an 8-inch non-stick skillet and lightly coat it with cooking spray. Pour about 3 tablespoons of the batter into the skillet, swirling to evenly coat the bottom. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the edges are slightly dry and the underside is light golden brown. Flip and cook for another 30 seconds. Repeat with the remaining batter, spraying skillet as needed, stacking the blintzes on a plate.
In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, low-fat cream cheese, vanilla extract, honey, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Place a blintz on a clean surface. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cheese filling onto the center of the blintz, spreading slightly if needed. Fold in the sides and roll up the blintz around the filling. Repeat with remaining blintzes and filling.
In the skillet used earlier, melt the butter over medium heat. Place the filled blintzes seam-side down in the skillet, working in batches if necessary. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.
Serve warm, topped with a small drizzle of additional honey if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.9 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.4 g | 177% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 391 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 1996 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.3 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.5 g | ||
| Protein | 69.6 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 1183 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1102 mg | 23% | |
*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.
