What are cheese blintzes?

Cheese blintzes are thin pancakes filled with sweet or savory cheese, then folded and lightly fried.

How do cheese blintzes differ from crepes?

Blintzes are usually folded with a filling and lightly fried, while crepes can be served flat or rolled with various fillings.

Can I make cheese blintzes ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble blintzes and refrigerate for a few hours or freeze uncooked for longer storage.

What toppings work best for cheese blintzes?

Fruit preserves, sour cream, powdered sugar, and fresh berries complement the creamy filling perfectly.

Cheese Blintzes Recipe – Easy, Creamy, & Delicious 2026

Name: Cheese Blintzes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8–10 blintzes
Cuisine: Eastern European
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 ½ cups milk; 2 large eggs; 2 tablespoons sugar; ¼ teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons melted butter; 8 oz cream cheese, softened; ½ cup ricotta or farmer’s cheese; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Optional: 1 egg yolk; Sour cream, fruit preserves, or fresh berries; Powdered sugar for dusting

Description

Thin, delicate pancakes filled with a sweet cheese mixture, lightly fried to golden perfection. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these blintzes can be topped with fruit, syrup, or powdered sugar for a traditional Eastern European treat.

Ingredients

Scale

🛒 Ingredients (makes 8–10 blintzes):

For the Blintz Batter:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups milk
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons melted butter (plus extra for frying)

For the Cheese Filling:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup ricotta or farmer’s cheese
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: 1 egg yolk for richer filling

For Serving / Topping:

Sour cream, fruit preserves, or fresh berries
Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Make the Batter
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
2. Gradually add milk, eggs, and melted butter, whisking until smooth.
3. Let the batter rest for 15–20 minutes while you prepare the filling.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
1. In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, ricotta, sugar, vanilla, and egg yolk (if using).
2. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Cook the Blintzes
1. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.
2. Pour about ¼ cup of batter into the pan, swirling to make a thin pancake.
3. Cook 1–2 minutes per side, until lightly golden. Transfer to a plate and let cool slightly.
Step 4: Fill and Fold
1. Place 1–2 tablespoons of cheese filling in the center of each blintz.
2. Fold the edges over to enclose the filling into a rectangle or triangle shape.
Step 5: Fry the Blintzes (Optional)
1. Heat a bit of butter in the skillet over medium heat.
2. Fry each folded blintz 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
Step 6: Serve
- Dust with powdered sugar and top with sour cream or fruit preserves. Serve warm.

Notes

Make-Ahead: Blintzes can be assembled and refrigerated for a few hours before frying.
Freezing: Freeze uncooked blintzes on a tray, then store in a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
Variations: Swap the cheese for sweetened mashed fruit, sautéed mushrooms, or potato for savory versions.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
Category: Breakfast / Dessert / Eastern European
Method: Pan-fried / Filled / Folded
Cuisine: Jewish / Russian / Eastern European