Cheese blintzes are thin, delicate crepes filled with a creamy, sweet farmer’s cheese filling, then cooked until golden and crispy. This recipe adds a cherry sauce topping that complements the blintzes with a sweet, tangy finish. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or special occasions, these cheese blintzes are sure to impress with their light, tender texture and decadent filling.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

For the Crepe Batter:

• 2 cups milk

• 4 large eggs

• ½ cup all-purpose flour

• ⅓ cup cornstarch

• ¼ tsp salt

• 4 tbsp oil (such as avocado, olive oil, or sunflower oil)

• 1 tbsp sugar (optional)

For the Cheese Filling:

• 22.5 oz (3 packages) farmer’s cheese (or ricotta, cottage cheese, or cream cheese)

• ⅓ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)

• 1 egg

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ¼ cup heavy cream or sour cream (optional)

For the Cherry Sauce:

• 12-16 oz fresh or frozen cherries

• ½ cup water

• 2-3 tbsp sugar

• 2 ½ tsp cornstarch

• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon

• ¼ tsp salt

• ¼ cup dry red wine (optional)

Directions

1. Prepare the Crepe Batter: In a blender, combine milk, eggs, flour, cornstarch, salt, oil, and sugar (optional). Blend until smooth. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.

2. Make the Crepes: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and lightly brush with butter. Pour in just under ¼ cup of batter, tilting the pan to spread it evenly. Cook for about 1 minute on the first side, then flip and cook for another 30 seconds. Set aside and cover with foil to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter, making 13-15 crepes.

3. Prepare the Cheese Filling: Mix farmer’s cheese, sugar, egg, vanilla, and heavy cream in a bowl until smooth.

4. Assemble the Blintzes: Spread the cheese filling over the surface of each crepe. Roll the crepes up tightly.

5. Cook the Blintzes: In a skillet, melt ½ tbsp butter. Add the blintzes and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2-4 minutes.

6. Make the Cherry Sauce: Combine water, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, salt, and wine (if using) in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook until thickened. Add the cherries and cook for about 5 minutes until soft.

7. Serve: Drizzle the cherry sauce over the warm blintzes and serve.

Nutrients (Per Blintz)

• Calories: 240 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 34g

• Protein: 8g

• Fat: 9g

  • Saturated Fat: 3g

• Cholesterol: 50mg

• Sodium: 180mg

• Potassium: 210mg

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugar: 16g

The Crepes: Thin, Delicate, and Golden

The base of any good blintz is the crepe itself. The batter for the crepes is light and thin, with a slightly sweet flavor that perfectly complements the creamy cheese filling. The recipe combines milk, eggs, flour, cornstarch, oil, and a bit of sugar (optional), creating a smooth batter that fries up into golden, delicate crepes.

Making crepes might seem tricky, but it’s all about getting the right consistency of the batter and using a hot, nonstick skillet. You’ll want to pour just under ¼ cup of the batter into the skillet, tilting the pan so that the batter spreads evenly to cover the bottom. Cooking the crepes for about one minute on the first side and flipping them for another 30 seconds ensures that the crepes are tender and just the right amount of golden. They’re thin enough to fold easily around the rich cheese filling, but still sturdy enough to hold up when cooked again.

After the crepes are cooked, it’s important to cover them with foil to keep them warm and soft, as they will be rolled up with the cheese filling shortly.

The Cheese Filling: Creamy, Sweet, and Indulgent

The cheese filling is what gives these blintzes their signature creamy texture. A combination of farmer’s cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract creates a smooth, slightly sweet filling that pairs perfectly with the tender crepes. If you’re unable to find farmer’s cheese, you can substitute it with ricotta, cottage cheese, or even cream cheese for a slightly different texture, though farmer’s cheese tends to give the filling the most authentic flavor.

The addition of heavy cream (or sour cream, if you prefer a tangier touch) adds richness and smoothness to the filling, making it decadently creamy. The sugar balances the savory flavor of the cheese, and the vanilla extract adds a warm, aromatic note that enhances the overall taste.

Once mixed together, the filling is spread generously over each crepe. Rolling the crepes tightly ensures that the cheese filling is encased perfectly inside, making the blintzes easy to handle and cook.

Cooking the Blintzes: Golden and Crispy

After the cheese filling has been added, it’s time to cook the blintzes. The blintzes are placed in a skillet with a little butter and cooked on both sides until they are golden brown and crispy. This step adds texture to the crepes, creating a beautiful contrast between the crispy exterior and the creamy filling inside. Cooking the blintzes for 2-4 minutes on each side gives them a slight crunch, making every bite even more satisfying.

The key to perfectly cooked blintzes is to ensure the skillet is not too hot, so the crepes don’t burn before the inside is fully heated. The butter used in the pan adds richness, helping the blintzes get that perfectly golden and crispy finish.

The Cherry Sauce: Sweet, Tangy, and Fruity

The cherry sauce topping is the finishing touch that takes these blintzes from good to great. The sweet and tart cherries are combined with sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and a bit of salt to create a syrupy sauce that complements the cheese filling perfectly. Adding red wine to the sauce is optional, but it deepens the flavor and brings a touch of sophistication to the dish.

To make the cherry sauce, simply combine water, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, salt, and wine in a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Once the sauce thickens, add the fresh or frozen cherries and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the fruit to soften and release its juices. The result is a sweet and tangy cherry sauce that’s not too thick but has enough body to drizzle over the warm blintzes.

The cherry sauce provides a bright, fruity contrast to the creamy cheese filling, creating a delicious balance of flavors. The sauce can be made ahead of time, making the blintzes even easier to prepare when it’s time to serve.

Assembling the Blintzes: A Perfect Combination of Flavors

To assemble the blintzes, spread the creamy cheese filling over each crepe, then roll them up tightly. Once the filling is encased in the crepes, cook them in the skillet until they are golden and crispy on both sides.

When serving, drizzle the warm cherry sauce generously over the top of each blintz. The sauce will cascade down the sides of the blintzes, adding a burst of sweetness and color to the dish. Garnish with a few fresh cherries or mint leaves, if desired, to elevate the presentation.

Serving Suggestions: Ideal for Any Occasion

These Cheese Blintzes with Cherry Sauce are versatile and can be enjoyed at any time of day. They make a perfect breakfast or brunch dish, but can also be served as a light dessert after a hearty meal. The balance of creamy, sweet cheese and the bright, tangy cherry sauce makes them suitable for both casual meals and special occasions like holidays or family gatherings.

To make the meal even more indulgent, serve the blintzes alongside a fresh fruit salad or a dollop of whipped cream. A cup of hot coffee or a glass of champagne would pair beautifully with the dish, making it even more fitting for a celebration.

Conclusion

Cheese Blintzes with Cherry Sauce are a delightful combination of tender, golden crepes, creamy cheese filling, and a sweet, tangy cherry sauce that elevates this classic dish. Whether served for breakfast, dessert, or a special occasion, this dish will impress with its light texture, decadent filling, and beautiful balance of flavors. The homemade cherry sauce adds a fresh, fruity finish, while the crispy golden blintzes provide a satisfying contrast to the smooth, indulgent cheese filling. This is a dish that will leave everyone at the table wanting more—perfect for any occasion!