Description
Authentic and versatile Russian blini thin pancakes perfect for sweet or savory toppings. A simple, delicious staple for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk (preferably whole milk)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup water
- Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for sweet blini)
- Optional: Zest of 1 lemon (for a citrus twist)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (for savory blini)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and add the milk, melted butter, and water. Whisk until well blended.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients, whisking to form a smooth, slightly runny batter.
- Let the batter rest for 20 minutes.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour a small ladleful of batter into the pan and tilt to spread evenly.
- Cook for 1–2 minutes until edges lift and bottom is golden brown. Flip and cook the other side for 1 minute.
- Transfer to a plate and cover with a towel to keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter.
Notes
Resting the batter is key to soft, tender blini. Avoid overmixing to prevent toughness, and keep the heat medium—not high—to avoid burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Appetizer, Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 blini
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Russian blini, crepes, pancakes, sweet, savory, authentic