Creamy Strawberry Cottage Cheese Blintzes
Indulge in a delightful twist on the classic blintz with this healthier version featuring a luscious filling of low-fat cottage cheese and creamy reduced-fat cream cheese. Combined with the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries, these blintzes make for a wholesome and satisfying breakfast that the whole family will love. Serve them with a drizzle of honey or a dollop of yogurt for a complete morning treat. Pair them with Basic Whole Wheat Crepes for a nutritious start to your day!
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Servings
175
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
Strawberries
1 cup (chopped)
Low Fat Cottage Cheese
1 cup (smooth)
Reduced-Fat Cream Cheese
1/2 cup (softened)
Sugar
1/4 cup (granulated)
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon (pure)
Instructions
1
In a blender or food processor, combine the low-fat cottage cheese and process until smooth.
2
Add the reduced-fat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract, then blend until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
3
Transfer the filling to a mixing bowl and gently fold in the chopped strawberries, ensuring even distribution.
4
Prepare your Basic Whole Wheat Crepes and place a serving of the filling (2-4 tablespoons) in the center of each crepe.
5
Fold the crepes over the filling, then serve warm, optionally topped with additional fresh strawberries or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Nutrition Information
2.5g
Fat
14g
Carbs
9.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Creamy Strawberry Cottage Cheese Blintzes?
They are a healthier version of the classic blintz featuring a luscious filling of low-fat cottage cheese and creamy reduced-fat cream cheese with fresh strawberries.
What are the main ingredients in the filling?
The filling consists of low-fat cottage cheese, reduced-fat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and chopped fresh strawberries.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 175 calories.
Is this recipe considered low fat?
Yes, it is designed as a healthy breakfast option with 2.5g of fat per serving.
How much protein is in these blintzes?
There are 9.5g of protein per serving, largely from the cottage cheese and cream cheese.
What type of crepes should I use?
The recipe recommends pairing the filling with Basic Whole Wheat Crepes for a nutritious start.
How do I prepare the cottage cheese for the filling?
You should combine the low-fat cottage cheese in a blender or food processor and process it until it is completely smooth.
What type of cream cheese is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of softened reduced-fat cream cheese.
How are the strawberries incorporated into the filling?
After blending the cheeses, sugar, and vanilla, you gently fold in the chopped strawberries to ensure even distribution.
How much sugar is used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of granulated sugar.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
One teaspoon of pure vanilla extract is used for flavoring the filling.
What is the carbohydrate count for this recipe?
There are 14g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is this recipe kid-friendly?
Yes, it is tagged as a family-friendly recipe that kids will love because of its sweet and creamy flavor.
How much filling should I put in each crepe?
It is recommended to place 2-4 tablespoons of the filling in the center of each crepe.
How should I serve these blintzes?
They should be served warm, optionally topped with extra strawberries, a sprinkle of powdered sugar, honey, or yogurt.
Does this recipe require a food processor?
Yes, a blender or food processor is necessary to achieve the smooth texture for the cottage cheese.
Can I use frozen strawberries?
While the recipe calls for fresh strawberries, frozen and thawed strawberries could be used, though fresh provides the best texture.
Is this recipe suitable for a healthy diet?
Yes, it is tagged as healthy and uses low-fat dairy components to reduce overall calorie and fat content.
How many ingredients are in the filling mixture?
The filling uses 5 ingredients: strawberries, cottage cheese, cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract.
How do I fold the blintzes?
Place the filling in the center and fold the crepes over the mixture before serving.
What is the prep for the strawberries?
The strawberries should be chopped into small pieces before being folded into the filling.
Can I make the filling ahead of time?
While the recipe instructions focus on immediate assembly, the filling can be prepared and chilled before filling the crepes.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include breakfast, blintzes, cheese, strawberries, low fat, crepes, healthy, family-friendly, and sweet.
How much cottage cheese is required?
The recipe requires 1 cup of low-fat cottage cheese.
Is there any fiber in this dish?
The fiber content is not specified, though using whole wheat crepes would increase the fiber count.
Can I substitute the sugar?
While the recipe specifies granulated sugar, you could likely use a natural sweetener like honey or a sugar substitute to taste.
What kind of texture does the filling have?
The filling has a luscious and creamy texture once the cottage cheese and cream cheese are processed together.
Can I use full-fat cottage cheese?
The recipe specifies low-fat for health benefits, but full-fat cottage cheese would work for a richer, more traditional result.
Is there a specific way to blend the cheeses?
Process the cottage cheese first until smooth, then add the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla and blend until well combined.
What is the serving size for this nutritional data?
The specific serving size isn't listed, but the nutritional facts are based on the proportions used to fill standard crepes.