How to keep blintzes closed

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I am trying to make cheese blintzes. I made them out of egg and flour.

After packaging the blintzes up and readying to put them in the oven, they slowly start to pop back open. How do I keep them closed?



Best Answer

If your blini are unrolling themselves, they may be too thick, and probably therefore need a higher proportion of liquid in the batter. They should be thin, akin to western European crepes, and easy to roll.

The other possibility is you are trying to make very small blini, which would be more difficult to roll. Generally, the crepe for each blintz would be about 6-8 inches across at the smallest

You then fold each individual blintz as you might a burrito: see How do I make the ingredients in a burrito evenly distributed? for a diagram and description of the method.

The initial fry seam side down should then seal them closed.

See detailed photos of method and sample recipe from Shiksa Chick.




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How do you keep blintzes warm?

To keep them warm, transfer the golden-brown blintzes to a buttered shallow ovenproof dish and place in a 250 degrees oven until serving. Serve hot with sour cream and preserves.

How do you store cooked blintzes?

The cooked blintzes can be refrigerated for up to 1 day; they can be frozen, using the method for uncooked blintzes. Defrost in the refrigerator and reheat, uncovered, in a 350-degree oven until warmed through.

How do you roll blintzes?

Get all your ingredients ready to go to into the food processor....Here is my step by step guide to get your rolling perfect Crepes.
  • Place desired amount of cheese on bottom third of crepe.
  • Roll up bottom half over the cheese mixture.
  • Fold side over towards the center.
  • Then roll up. Perfect Blintzes Every Time!!




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