Ingredients
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For the Crepes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups whole milk
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for greasing the pan)
For the Cheese Filling
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional, for brightness)
For the Fresh Raspberry Sauce
- 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Crepes
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and milk until combined. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth. Stir in the melted butter.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat and lightly grease with butter. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the pan, swirling to coat the surface evenly.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the edges lift easily and the crepe is lightly golden. Flip and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Transfer the crepe to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, stacking the crepes with parchment paper in between to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Prepare the Cheese Filling
- In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
Step 3: Make the Raspberry Sauce
- In a small saucepan, combine the raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the raspberries break down and the mixture begins to bubble, about 5 minutes.
- For a thicker sauce, stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for another 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
Step 4: Assemble the Blintzes
- Place a crepe on a flat surface and spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cheese filling onto the lower third of the crepe. Fold the bottom edge over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll tightly into a neat package. Repeat with the remaining crepes and filling.
Step 5: Cook the Blintzes
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of butter. Place the filled blintzes seam-side down in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Remove from the skillet and keep warm.
Step 6: Serve
- Arrange the blintzes on a plate, drizzle generously with the raspberry sauce, and garnish with fresh raspberries or a sprinkle of powdered sugar. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 blintzes
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g