Decadent Cheese Blintzes with Fresh Strawberry-Rhubarb Compote
Indulge in the delightful combination of creamy cheese-filled blintzes paired harmoniously with a vibrant strawberry-rhubarb compote. This breakfast treat elevates your morning with its luscious flavors and beautiful presentation. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy weekend brunch, these golden-brown blintzes are filled with a rich mixture of ricotta and mascarpone, enhanced by a hint of citrus zest. The sweet-tart compote adds the perfect finishing touch, creating a dish that's not just a meal, but a celebration on your plate. Share this delightful recipe with loved ones and savor the joy of homemade goodness together.
6
Servings
400
Calories
17
Ingredients
Ingredients
eggs
2 (beaten)
2% low-fat milk
1 cup
all-purpose flour
1 cup
Grand Marnier
2 tablespoons (orange flavored liquor)
cooking spray
(for greasing pans)
low-fat ricotta cheese
6 ounces
mascarpone cheese
6 ounces
sugar
1 teaspoon
vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon (or orange liquor)
lemon zest
1 teaspoon
salt
1/4 teaspoon
rhubarb
6 cups (cut into 1-inch pieces)
strawberries
3 cups (cut in half lengthwise)
flour
3 tablespoons
sugar
2 cups
lemon juice
1 tablespoon
light sour cream
1/2 cup (for garnish)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Blintzes Batter: In a blender, combine the beaten eggs, milk, and flour on low speed. Slowly add the Grand Marnier until well blended. The batter should coat the back of a spoon with a thin film. Transfer to a pitcher or bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
2
Check the Batter: After refrigerating, stir the batter and perform a spoon test again. If it doesn't coat the spoon well, thin with additional milk as needed.
3
Cook the Crepes: Heat an 8-10" nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, lightly spraying it with cooking spray. Pour about 1 cup of batter into the pan, swirling to evenly coat it. Cook until the edges begin to pull away, about 20 seconds. Remove from heat and carefully flip the crepes onto a dry towel to cool. Repeat with the remaining batter, stirring occasionally.
4
Make the Cheese Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mascarpone, sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
5
Assemble the Blintzes: Place a cooked crepe, cooked side facing up, on a clean surface. Spoon approximately 1/4 cup of cheese filling into the center. Fold the sides inwards towards the center and then roll away from you to seal, creating a neat blintz shape with the seam on the bottom.
6
Cook the Blintzes: In a skillet, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Arrange the blintzes seam side down in the pan. Cook until golden brown, carefully flipping to achieve an even color. Reduce heat and cook for an additional 2-5 minutes, ensuring the filling remains warm without burning.
7
Prepare the Compote: In a mixing bowl, toss rhubarb, strawberries, flour, sugar, and lemon juice. Set aside for 5-10 minutes until juicy.
8
Cook the Compote: In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the fruit mixture and cook for about 35 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid browning. Cover and let simmer for the last 5 minutes, until rhubarb is tender.
9
Serve: To plate, ladle the warm strawberry-rhubarb compote over the blintzes. Top with a dollop of light sour cream and garnish with fresh strawberry halves.
Nutrition Information
14g
Fat
60g
Carbs
10g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Cheese Blintzes with Fresh Strawberry-Rhubarb Compote?
They are golden-brown crepes filled with a rich mixture of ricotta and mascarpone cheese, served with a sweet-tart strawberry-rhubarb sauce.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
What ingredients are in the blintz batter?
The batter consists of 2 beaten eggs, 1 cup of 2% low-fat milk, 1 cup of all-purpose flour, and 2 tablespoons of Grand Marnier.
What cheeses are used for the filling?
The filling uses 6 ounces of low-fat ricotta cheese and 6 ounces of mascarpone cheese.
How long should the blintz batter be refrigerated?
The batter needs to be refrigerated for 1 hour to rest before cooking the crepes.
What is the calorie count for this recipe?
Each serving of these cheese blintzes contains 400 calories.
Can I use a substitute for vanilla extract in the filling?
Yes, the recipe notes that orange liquor can be used as a substitute for vanilla extract in the cheese mixture.
How do I know when the crepes are done cooking?
Cook the crepes for about 20 seconds until the edges begin to pull away from the pan.
What is the 'spoon test' for the batter?
The batter should coat the back of a spoon with a thin film; if it is too thick after refrigeration, thin it with more milk.
How do I assemble the blintzes?
Place filling in the center of a crepe, fold the sides inward towards the center, and roll away from you to seal with the seam on the bottom.
How is the strawberry-rhubarb compote prepared?
Toss rhubarb, strawberries, flour, sugar, and lemon juice; then cook in melted butter for about 35 minutes until the rhubarb is tender.
What skillet size is recommended for making crepes?
An 8-10 inch nonstick skillet is recommended for cooking the blintz crepes.
How do I cook the assembled blintzes?
Melt butter in a skillet, place blintzes seam side down, cook until golden brown, then reduce heat for 2-5 minutes to warm the filling.
How should the rhubarb be prepared for the compote?
The rhubarb should be cut into 1-inch pieces before being mixed with the other compote ingredients.
Does this recipe use lemon ingredients?
Yes, it uses 1 teaspoon of lemon zest in the cheese filling and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice in the compote.
How much sugar is required for the fruit compote?
The strawberry-rhubarb compote requires 2 cups of sugar.
How do I prevent the filling from burning while frying the blintzes?
After the blintzes are browned, reduce the heat and cook for an additional 2-5 minutes to ensure the filling stays warm without burning.
What are the recommended garnishes for this dish?
Serve the blintzes topped with a dollop of light sour cream and garnish with fresh strawberry halves.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
There are 60 grams of carbohydrates in each serving.
How much protein is in each serving?
Each serving provides 10 grams of protein.
How long does the fruit mixture sit before it is cooked?
The rhubarb and strawberry mixture should sit for 5-10 minutes until juicy before you start cooking it.
What is the purpose of flour in the compote recipe?
3 tablespoons of flour are tossed with the fruit to help thicken the strawberry-rhubarb sauce during the cooking process.
What flavor does Grand Marnier add to the recipe?
Grand Marnier is an orange-flavored liquor that adds a citrus note to the blintz batter.
What is the total fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 14 grams of fat.
How should the crepes be handled after cooking?
Carefully flip the cooked crepes onto a dry towel to cool before assembling the blintzes.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include breakfast, brunch, blintzes, cheese, strawberry, rhubarb, sweet, dessert, homemade, comfort food, and treat.
How much ricotta cheese is needed for the recipe?
The recipe calls for 6 ounces of low-fat ricotta cheese.
How much mascarpone cheese is needed for the recipe?
The recipe calls for 6 ounces of mascarpone cheese.
When is the best time to serve these blintzes?
They are perfect for special occasions or a cozy weekend brunch.
Should the compote be covered while cooking?
The compote should be covered and allowed to simmer for the final 5 minutes of cooking until the rhubarb is tender.