Strawberry Blintzes

Ingredients

• For the Crepes:
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• For the Filling:
• 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, diced
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• For the Glaze:
• 1/2 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, diced
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the flour and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and melted butter.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk until combined.
4. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Grease the pan with a bit of butter or oil. Pour about 1/4 cup of the batter into the pan and swirl to spread it evenly. Cook for about 2 minutes, until the edges start to brown. Flip the crepe and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Transfer the crepe to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter.
5. To make the filling, combine the diced strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the strawberries have softened.
6. To assemble the blintzes, spoon a tablespoon of the filling onto the center of each crepe. Fold the edges of the crepe up and over the filling, then roll the crepe up. Place the blintzes in a baking dish.
7. To make the glaze, combine the diced strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the strawberries have softened. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
8. Pour the glaze over the blintzes and bake in a preheated 375°F oven for 15-20 minutes, until the blintzes are heated through and the glaze is bubbly. Serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

• Blintzes originated in Eastern Europe and are traditionally served as a dessert.
• The name "blintz" comes from the Yiddish word "blintse" which means "thin pancake".
• Blintzes can be filled with a variety of sweet or savory fillings, such as cheese, fruit, or vegetables.