Fried Cheese Blintzes
These golden, pan-fried crepes are filled with a sweet, creamy cheese mixture and make a comforting vegetarian treat.
Ingredients
- •1 cup all-purpose flour (125g)
- •1 cup milk (240ml)
- •2 large eggs
- •1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- •1/4 teaspoon salt
- •2 tablespoons melted butter (plus extra for frying)
- •8 oz farmer cheese or dry curd cottage cheese (225g)
- •4 oz cream cheese, softened (115g)
- •2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- •1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, granulated sugar, salt, and melted butter until smooth to form a thin batter.
- 2
Heat a lightly greased 8-inch skillet over medium heat. Pour in about 1/4 cup of batter, swirling the pan quickly to coat the bottom evenly.
- 3
Cook the crepe for 1 to 2 minutes until the edges are lightly browned and the top is set, then gently slide it onto a plate. Repeat with the remaining batter.
- 4
In a separate bowl, mix together the farmer cheese, softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
- 5
Place about 2 tablespoons of the cheese filling in the center of each crepe. Fold the bottom edge over the filling, fold in the sides, and roll it up tightly like a burrito.
- 6
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the blintzes seam-side down in the pan.
- 7
Fry the blintzes for 3 to 4 minutes per side until the crepes are golden brown and crispy, and the filling is hot.
- 8
Serve warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or topped with fresh berries and sour cream.
💡 Chef tips
- You can assemble the blintzes a day in advance, cover them tightly, and store them in the refrigerator before frying.
- If the batter seems too thick, whisk in an extra tablespoon of milk to achieve the consistency of heavy cream.
- Farmer cheese is traditional, but well-drained whole milk ricotta can be used as a substitute.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished blintzes feature a delicately crisp, golden-brown exterior that yields to a rich, sweet, and creamy cheese filling with a hint of vanilla.