A Keto Cream Cheese Blintz is a low-carb version of the traditional blintz, which is a thin, crepe-like pancake filled with sweetened cream cheese. The keto version replaces high-carb ingredients with low-carb alternatives to make it suitable for those following a ketogenic diet.
Here’s a recipe for Keto Cream Cheese Blintzes:
Ingredients:
For the crepes:
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any low-carb milk of your choice)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Stevia or any keto-friendly sweetener to taste
For the cream cheese filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Stevia or any keto-friendly sweetener to taste
Instructions:
- In a blender or mixing bowl, combine all the crepe ingredients and blend or whisk until smooth. The batter should be thin and pourable. If it’s too thick, you can add a little more almond milk to achieve the right consistency. Let the batter sit for a few minutes.
- In a separate bowl, prepare the cream cheese filling by mixing together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, vanilla extract, and keto-friendly sweetener. Adjust the sweetness according to your taste preferences.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat. Grease the pan with butter or coconut oil.
- Pour a small amount of the crepe batter into the pan, swirling it around to create a thin, even layer. Cook for about 1-2 minutes or until the edges start to lift. Flip the crepe and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side. Repeat this process until all the crepes are cooked. Set them aside.
- To assemble the blintzes, place a spoonful of the cream cheese filling in the center of each crepe. Fold in the sides and then fold over the top and bottom to create a small rectangular package.
- If desired, you can lightly sauté the blintzes in a pan with butter or coconut oil to give them a golden color and a bit of crispness.
- Serve the keto cream cheese blintzes warm, and you can top them with fresh berries, sugar-free maple syrup, or a sprinkle of powdered erythritol for additional sweetness.
Enjoy your delicious and keto-friendly Cream Cheese Blintzes! They make a fantastic low-carb breakfast or dessert option.