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Cheese Blintzes with Berry Sauce Recipe

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Delicate and delicious Blintzes featuring thin crepe-like pancakes filled with a creamy cheese filling. Perfect for breakfast or dessert and customizable with various toppings like berry sauce, fresh berries, or whipped cream.

Ingredients

Blintzes Batter

  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • pinch salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons butter, softened (plus more for toasting)

Cheese Filling

  • 1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings

  • Berry sauce (recipe in notes)
  • Fresh berries
  • Powdered sugar
  • Lemon zest
  • Mint leaves
  • Whipped cream
  • Applesauce
  • Syrup

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, flour, granulated sugar, and salt until the batter is smooth and without lumps. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract and softened butter until fully incorporated.
  2. Cook the Blintzes: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly butter it. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the skillet, swirling to create a thin, even layer. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the edges lift slightly and the bottom is lightly golden. Flip briefly to cook the other side for 10-15 seconds. Remove and repeat with remaining batter, stacking the blintzes with parchment paper between to prevent sticking.
  3. Make the Cheese Filling: In a bowl, combine the low-fat ricotta cheese, softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg yolk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
  4. Assemble the Blintzes: Place a spoonful of the cheese filling in the center of each blintz. Fold the sides over the filling, then roll up like a burrito to enclose the filling completely.
  5. Toast the Blintzes: In the same skillet, melt a small amount of butter over medium heat. Place the filled blintzes seam side down and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly golden and warmed through.
  6. Serve: Serve warm topped with your choice of toppings such as berry sauce, fresh berries, powdered sugar, lemon zest, mint, whipped cream, applesauce, or syrup.

Notes

  • Berry Sauce: Simmer fresh or frozen berries with a bit of sugar and lemon juice until thickened, then strain for a smooth sauce.
  • Blintzes can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen before toasting.
  • Use low-fat or full-fat dairy products depending on dietary preference.
  • For a vegan version, substitute dairy and eggs with appropriate plant-based alternatives.

Find it online: https://mealoria.com/cheese-blintzes-with-berry-sauce-recipe/