We have distant relatives, an older couple, staying with us for a few days. This morning, I wanted to treat them to a nice breakfast. Blinchiki (blintzes) are always a hit and this morning was no exception. I have used this recipe for many years, with great results.
Ingredients (for 4 servings of 2 blinchiki each):
1 1/2 cup milk (2% works great), warmed just a bit
3 large eggs, at room temperature
2 tbsp butter, melted
2/3 cup all-purpose flour (I always use King Arthur)
1/2 tsp salt
Ingredients (for 4 servings of 2 blinchiki each):
1 1/2 cup milk (2% works great), warmed just a bit
3 large eggs, at room temperature
2 tbsp butter, melted
2/3 cup all-purpose flour (I always use King Arthur)
1/2 tsp salt
- Combine the milk, eggs, and butter in a medium bowl.
- Mix at medium speed for about one minute or until well incorporated.
- Combine flour and salt in a small bowl.
- Add to the milk mixture.
- Mix at medium for another minute or so; again, until well incorporated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Lightly grease a small non-stick skillet and preheat at medium heat.
- Pour 1/8 to 1/4 cups batter (adjust thickness to your liking; I like thicker blinchiki so use 1/4 cup measure) and move the skillet from side to side, to spread the batter.
- As the batter starts cooking, you may want to tilt the skillet again, to make sure batter is spread evenly. You may need to adjust heat (I use 3 on my electric stove).
- Cook until top appears slightly dry.
- Flip with spatula (you may need to loosen edges a bit) and cook for 15-20 secs longer or until steam stops rising.
- Remove to the plate.
- Cook the remaining blinchiki, stacking them on the plate.
- You can serve them immediately, like traditional pancakes (with jam, syrup, whipped cream, etc.).
- Traditionally, they are served with various fillings, though. My favorite is chopped cooked chicken with sauteed mushrooms and cheese.
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