Blintzes
Blintzes are delicate, thin crepes from Eastern Europe, typically filled with a sweetened cheese mixture like farmer's cheese or ricotta, then pan-fried until golden. They are a beloved dish in Jewish, Polish, Ukrainian, and Russian cuisines, often served during holidays like Shavuot or as a festive brunch item.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Blintzes are generally high in carbohydrates from the crepe batter and fat from the cheese filling and frying oil, with a moderate amount of protein from the dairy. A single, average-sized blintz with filling contains roughly 150-250 calories, depending on size and preparation.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Carbs | 25 g |
| Fat | 17 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Vitamin A | 180 µg RAE |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.1 mg |
Per 2 blintzes (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, blintzes symbolize celebration and abundance, with their folded shape sometimes said to resemble a swaddled baby. Nutritionally, the traditional farmer's cheese filling is a good source of calcium and protein, making them a more substantial treat than a plain crepe.
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