Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Special equipment needed:
- Non-stick skillet
- Blender or hand mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add milk, eggs, and vegetable oil, and whisk until smooth. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes.
2. In another mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, cottage cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Mix until well combined.
3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Brush the skillet with melted butter.
4. Pour 1/4 cup of the batter into the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom of the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until the edges start to lift. Flip the blintz and cook for another 30 seconds. Repeat until all the batter is used.
5. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the cheese filling onto the center of each blintz. Fold the sides of the blintz over the filling and roll up tightly.
6. Heat the skillet over medium heat. Brush the skillet with melted butter.
7. Place the blintzes seam-side down in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Flip the blintzes and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
8. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes 8 blintzes
Nutritional information:
Calories: 210
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 85mg
Sodium: 200mg
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 6g
Protein: 7g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole wheat flour can be used instead of all-purpose flour.
- Cream cheese can be used instead of ricotta cheese.
- Mascarpone cheese can be used instead of cottage cheese.
- Honey or maple syrup can be used instead of powdered sugar.
- Almond extract can be used instead of vanilla extract.
Variations:
- Add fresh fruit, such as strawberries or blueberries, to the cheese filling.
- Top with whipped cream or sour cream.
- Add chocolate chips to the cheese filling for a sweet twist.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the skillet is hot before pouring the batter.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent the blintzes from sticking.
- Let the batter rest for 10 minutes to allow the gluten to relax.
- Use a spatula to flip the blintzes carefully.
- Keep the blintzes warm in the oven while cooking the remaining blintzes.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover blintzes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat blintzes in the microwave for 30 seconds or in a skillet over low heat until warmed through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve blintzes on a plate with a dusting of powdered sugar and fresh fruit on the side.
Garnishes:
Fresh fruit, whipped cream, sour cream, or chocolate chips.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit salad or a green salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the batter is too thick, add a little more milk.
- If the blintzes are sticking to the skillet, brush more melted butter on the skillet.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the cheese filling is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
Blintzes originated in Eastern Europe and are a popular Jewish dish. They are similar to crepes and can be filled with a variety of sweet or savory fillings.
Flavor profiles:
The blintzes are sweet and creamy with a hint of cinnamon.
Serving suggestions:
Serve blintzes for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
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Region: Polish