Cheese Blintzes

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cheese Blintzes.

1. Step 1

   Start by creating a smooth batter for your crepes. In a blender, combine the water, milk, eggs, melted butter, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and flour. Blend everything together for about a minute until it’s silky and well mixed. Once done, pour the batter into a bowl and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour. This step is crucial for achieving the perfect texture!

2. Step 2

   While the batter is chilling, let’s prepare the delicious cheese filling. Clean your blender and add the cottage cheese, farmers cheese, sour cream, sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Pulse a few times to combine, then blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, which should take about 2 minutes. This filling is the heart of your blintzes!

3. Step 3

   Now, it’s time to cook the crepes. Heat an 8-inch skillet over medium heat and melt 1 teaspoon of butter until it’s bubbly and the foam has subsided. Pour about 2 tablespoons of the batter into the skillet, swirling it around to coat the bottom evenly. Cook the crepe for 1 to 2 minutes until it’s opaque and set. Carefully transfer it to a plate lined with wax paper, uncooked side down. Repeat this process with the remaining batter, adding butter to the pan as needed to prevent sticking.

4. Step 4

   Once your crepes are ready, it’s time to fill them! Place a crepe on your work surface with the cooked side facing up. Spoon about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the cheese filling about 1 1/2 inches from the top edge of the crepe. Fold the top edge over the filling, then tuck in the sides to completely enclose the cheese. Roll the crepe tightly to seal in the delicious filling, creating a compact little package.

5. Step 5

   Finally, let’s pan-fry these beauties! Melt another teaspoon of butter in the skillet over medium-low heat. Place the filled blintzes in the skillet and cook them for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown and the filling is heated through. The aroma will be irresistible!