Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and finely chopped
- Vegetable oil, for cooking
Vanilla Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Special equipment needed:
- Non-stick skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
2. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth.
4. Fold in the chopped apple.
5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with vegetable oil.
6. Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the skillet and cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
7. Flip the blini and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
8. Repeat with the remaining batter.
9. To make the vanilla cream, whip the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
10. Serve the blini warm with a dollop of vanilla cream on top.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Skillet should be heated over medium heat.
Serving size:
This recipe serves 4 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 315
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 5g
Sodium: 210mg
Sugar: 9g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole wheat flour can be used instead of all-purpose flour.
- Brown sugar can be used instead of granulated sugar.
- Baking soda can be used instead of baking powder.
- Pears or peaches can be used instead of apples.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or raisins to the batter.
- Top with caramel sauce or maple syrup instead of vanilla cream.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger to the batter for extra flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a cookie scoop to portion out the batter for even-sized blini.
- Keep the blini warm in a low oven until ready to serve.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent sticking and burning.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover blini in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat blini in the microwave or oven until warm.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the blini on a platter and top with a dusting of powdered sugar and a sprig of fresh mint.
Garnishes:
Dusting of powdered sugar, fresh mint, chopped nuts, or whipped cream.
Pairings:
Serve with a hot cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit salad or yogurt.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the batter is too thick, add a splash of milk to thin it out.
- If the blini are sticking to the skillet, add more oil to the pan.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the blini thoroughly to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
Blini are a traditional Russian pancake made with buckwheat flour and served with caviar and sour cream.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, cinnamon-spiced apple paired with creamy vanilla.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or brunch dish.
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Taste: Sweet, Savory, Creamy, Cinnamon, Vanilla, Cinnamon-Spiced, Vanilla-Scented