Russian Blintsi
Delight in the timeless charm of Russian Blintsi, delicate crêpe-like pancakes perfect for both sweet and savory creations. These ultra-thin, buttery pancakes are made with a simple batter of milk, eggs, and flour, creating a versatile canvas for your favorite fillings. Whether stuffed with sweet options like jam, cream cheese, or Nutella, or savory classics like sautéed mushrooms or cheese, these golden blintsi are sure to impress. The silky batter comes together in minutes and gets a quick rest to guarantee the perfect texture, while cooking each blintsi in a hot, lightly greased skillet ensures a flawless, tender finish. Serve them warm with sour cream, fresh fruit, or powdered sugar for a truly authentic Russian experience. With just 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cook time, this six-serving recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime treat! Keywords: Russian Blintsi recipe, easy crêpes, traditional Russian pancakes, blintz filling ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Milk
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 Large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional, for sweet blintsi)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil or additional butter (for cooking)
- as needed Filling of choice (sweet or savory)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract (if using).
Gradually add the flour into the wet ingredients, whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming. The batter should be smooth and slightly runny.
Stir in the melted butter, continuing to whisk until fully combined. Let the batter rest for 10-15 minutes to allow the gluten in the flour to relax.
Heat a nonstick skillet or crêpe pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with a small amount of vegetable oil or butter.
Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the pan and quickly swirl it around to coat the bottom of the pan evenly with a thin layer.
Cook the blintsi for about 1-2 minutes, or until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden brown. Flip carefully with a spatula and cook the other side for another 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Transfer the cooked blintsi to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, stacking them on top of each other. Grease the pan as needed between each blintsi.
To serve, fill each blintsi with your desired filling (e.g., sweet fillings like jam, cream cheese, or Nutella, or savory fillings like sautéed mushrooms or cheese). Roll or fold them into desired shapes.
Serve warm, and optionally top with sour cream, powdered sugar, or fresh fruit for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2053 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.7 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.1 g | 220% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 706 mg | 235% | |
| Sodium | 1215 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.0 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.5 g | ||
| Protein | 58.7 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.7 mcg | 49% | |
| Calcium | 708 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1176 mg | 25% | |
*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.
