Low Sodium Classic Cheese Blintzes
Delight in the wholesome flavors of these Low Sodium Classic Cheese Blintzes—a healthier twist on a traditional favorite. Featuring tender homemade crepes made with low sodium milk and unsalted butter, this recipe pairs perfectly with a creamy, flavorful filling of reduced sodium cream cheese, ricotta, fresh dill, and a hint of bright lemon zest. Each golden-brown blintz is lightly fried to achieve a crisp finish while keeping the dish light and heart-healthy. Perfect for brunch or as a savory dessert, these blintzes are a guilt-free way to enjoy comfort food without compromising on taste. Serve warm and garnish with fresh dill for a bright, aromatic touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup low sodium milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup ricotta cheese, low sodium
- 4 ounces cream cheese, reduced sodium
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, for frying
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, low sodium milk, 2 eggs, 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. The batter should be thin and without lumps.
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Lightly grease it with a little unsalted butter.
Pour approximately 1/4 cup of the batter into the hot pan, swirling to coat the bottom evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges start to lift and the bottom is lightly golden.
Gently flip the crepe using a spatula and cook for another 30 seconds. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter to the pan as needed.
In another bowl, combine ricotta cheese, reduced sodium cream cheese, lemon zest, egg yolk, and chopped fresh dill. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Place a crepe on a flat surface, and spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cheese filling onto the lower third of the crepe. Fold the bottom edge over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll up to enclose the filling securely.
Heat 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the blintzes, seam side down first, until they are golden brown and crisp on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Serve warm, garnishing with additional fresh dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1803 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.1 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.3 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 862 mg | 287% | |
| Sodium | 561 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.3 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.7 g | ||
| Protein | 69.9 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 989 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1066 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.
