Gluten-Free Blintz

Indulge in the comforting delight of Gluten-Free Blintz, a light and luscious twist on the classic Eastern European favorite. Perfectly thin crepes made with gluten-free all-purpose flour are wrapped around a creamy, tangy filling of ricotta, cream cheese, and a hint of zesty lemon. These golden-brown beauties are pan-fried to perfection, creating a crispy, buttery exterior that beautifully contrasts the velvety center. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and optional fresh berries or fruit preserves, this recipe is ideal for a decadent breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Ready in just 40 minutes, these gluten-free blintzes will wow both your gluten-free and gluten-loving guests alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 cup Milk
• 3 large Large eggs
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter for frying
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar
• 0 Fresh berries or fruit preserve (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, milk, eggs, and salt until smooth. Ensure there are no lumps.

Step 2

Melt the 2 tablespoons of butter and whisk it into the flour mixture, blending until you have a thin batter. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes.

Step 3

While the batter rests, prepare the filling. In another bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat and lightly grease with a small amount of unsalted butter.

Step 5

Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter into the pan, tilting to spread evenly and thinly.

Step 6

Cook for about 1-2 minutes, or until the edges start to lift and the bottom is lightly golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 30 seconds on the other side.

Step 7

Remove the blintz from the pan and place on a plate. Repeat with the rest of the batter, adding more butter to the pan as needed.

Step 8

Once all the blintzes are cooked, add 2 tablespoons of the cheese filling to the center of each blintz.

Step 9

Fold the sides over the filling and then fold the ends over, creating a neat package.

Step 10

Heat the frying pan again with 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, cook the blintzes seam-side down for about 1-2 minutes until they are golden brown and the filling is warmed through.

Step 11

Transfer to serving plates, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and top with fresh berries or fruit preserve, if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1071.5 grams (1071.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2145

Total Fat 133.80g	172%
Saturated Fat 75.70g	379%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.90g
Cholesterol 985mg	328%
Sodium 2254mg	98%
Total Carbohydrate 189.40g	69%
Dietary Fiber 5.60g	20%
Total Sugars 60.00g
Protein 65.30g	131%

Vitamin D 246IU	1230%
Calcium 1558mg	120%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 1054mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.2%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 34.1%