Easy Cheese Blintz Casserole Recipe - This Is How I Cook (2024)

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This easy cheese blintz casserole recipe is made from frozen blintzes that I buy in the store. Yes, I roll that way sometimes. But you won’t be sorry. Just beat together a few eggs, some sugar and sour cream and you have a winning brunch or brinner casserole!

Easy Cheese Blintz Casserole Recipe - This Is How I Cook (1)It will take me longer to write this post than to make this easy cheese blintz casserole recipe.

This is a super recipe to have in your repertoire because it is fast, simple and satisfying.

A cheese blintz casserole, which some often call souffle, is another Jewish dish, that is served at a Jewish dairy meal.

We often break the fast on Yom Kippur with this cheese blintz casserole recipe along with lox and bagels.

It is traditional, butmy famous frozen cheese souffle, that is not, is often on the table, too.

Traditional that it isn’t. It is superb and it you want something more savory, rather than sweet, than that is the way to go.

I really should take some new photos of it.

But we are on to this blintz souffle. If you wanted you could make your own crepes and filling.

It isn’t hard, but why bother?

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I buy the Golden blintzes in the frozen section of my grocery and Costco is selling some pretty good blintzes now, too!

I’ve tried Trade Joes blintzes also, but still prefer Golden.

Topping the frozen blintzes with a sweet sour cream and egg topping that puffs up over the blintzes is why I believe some call this a souffle. Whatever!

A blintz souffle is perfect for brunch. It is perfect to break the fast and it comes together quickly.

It is comfort food and I love it even for brinner.

My mother never made it. In fact I’m not sure I even had blintzes when I was a kid.

I think I probably discovered them ata Haddassah luncheon way back when.

The good thing is that I discovered them!

They can be served with maple syrup but I like mine with home made jam.

My raspberry rose orstrawberry black pepper jam tastes awesome with these.

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One can buy fruit filled blintzes, but I prefer the cheese variety, because that way I can choose my own toppings.

So that is it. My mom requested this recipe and now she has it.

If you are looking for a great recipe to make for a special occasion this cheese blintz casserole might just be what you need!

Like I said this dish is perfect for Jewish holidays like Yom Kippur, and it’s a Jewish classic that’s sure to impress your guests.

It’s a simple dish that can be made with pre-made frozen blintzes, or you can make your own using a cheese blintz recipe.

Either way, this cheese blintz casserole is a must-try!

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To make the cheese blintz casserole, you will need the following batter ingredients:

Room Temperature Eggs, Sugar, Melted Butter, Sour Cream and Vanilla extract

Combine these ingredients in a large measuring cup and mix well using a whisk.

To assemble the cheese blintz casserole, you will need a buttered casserole dish.

Preheat your oven to 350°F.

Place a single layer of cheese blintzes in the prepared dish.

Spread the sour cream filling over the blintzes making sure they are all covered.Bake the cheese blintz casserole for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.

If the top isn’t browning, place under the broiler for a few minutes until it turns golden.

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Once the cheese blintz casserole recipe is done baking, let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Top the blintzes with a dollop of sour cream and some fresh fruit, or sprinkle some lemon zest or cinnamon on top for an extra pop of flavor.

This dish is perfect for brunch, or you can serve it for dessert and call it a blintz soufflé.

The cheese blintz casserole is a great recipe that’s easy to make and sure to impress.

Whether you use pre-made frozen blintzes or make your own, this dish is perfect for any occasion.

Try it out next time you’re looking for a delicious breakfast or dessert dish!

But like I said, I also love this for a simple dinner with a side of fresh fruit and perhaps some smoked fish.

Short of making your own blintzes, this very simple cheese blintz casserole recipe is the way to go!

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Frozen Cheese Souffle
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Green Chile Egg Souffle

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Easy Cheese Blintz Casserole Souffle

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  • Author: Abbe Odenwalder
  • Prep Time: 15 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 - 45 Minutes
  • Total Time: 60 Minutes
  • Yield: 3 Servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American
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Description

This simple cheese blintz casserole made from frozen blintzes is always a crowd pleaser!

Ingredients

UnitsScale

1 pkg of 6 cheese blintzes (found in the frozen foods section at groceries or in the refrigerated at Costco)
2 T melted butter
1/4 c sugar
3/4 c sour cream
1 t vanilla
2 eggs
Cinnamon

Maple Syrup or jam for serving

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350.

Place melted butter in a 7 x 10 casserole dish and then roll each blintz in the butter and place seam side down in pan. Arrange them in one row.

Mix sugar, sour cream, vanilla and eggs together. Whisk well for a few minutes until lightened. Pour over blintzes in pan.

Sprinkle with cinnamon if you desire.

Bake for 30 to 45 minutes until lightly browned or you can place this under the broiler to brown for a few minutes.

Serve with syrup or jam!

Notes

We love this for Yom Kippur when we break the fast. I also love serving this for brunch to a crowd. I make 13 x 9 pans and just double or triple the recipe accordingly!

Easy Cheese Blintz Casserole Recipe - This Is How I Cook (2024)

FAQs

What's the difference between a blintz and a crepe? ›

Blintzes vs Crepes

The main difference is crepes are only cooked once, and be be served plain, without filings. Blintzes, are always served filled, usually with a cheese mixture, and are cooked twice; once when made, and again after they are filled and pan fried.

What's the best way to cook frozen blintzes? ›

Conventional or Toaster Oven:

Preheat oven to 400°F. Place frozen blintzes on a lightly oiled baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, then turn over and bake for an additional 3 minutes or until golden and warmed through.

What to serve with blintzes for dinner? ›

The custardy batter is smooth, light, and creamy with a hint of vanilla. Berry jam topping gives it the finishing touch. I serve cheese blintz soufflé with other dishes that can be made ahead such as Salmon Mousse, bagels, egg salad, fruit, Apple Honey Cake and Sweet Apple Noodle Kugel.

Can you freeze a blintz souffle? ›

The dish may be assembled the night before and baked just before brunch, supper, or dessert. The recipe can be doubled, and the crepes can be made ahead and frozen. Unlike traditional crepes for blintzes, which are browned only on one side, these crepes are browned lightly on the second side.

Why do Jews eat blintzes? ›

The Origin of the Blintz

The Slavic translation is “pancake” since it resembles a pancake. Traditional fillings include sweetened cheese with raisins. According to historical Jewish customs, blintzes are served as part of a celebration after fasting for 24 hours prior for Yom Kippur.

What country are blintzes from? ›

Blintz
Traditional cheese blintzes topped with blackberry compote
Alternative namesBlintzes
TypeJewish cuisine
Place of originEastern Europe, Israel, other countries with a significant remaining Jewish population
Created byAshkenazi Jewish community of Central and Eastern Europe
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How long will blintzes last in the fridge? ›

You can use these blintz right away, or refrigerate them for up to 2 days or freeze them between layers of waxed paper for up to 2 months. Serve the blintz: Heat a pat of butter over medium heat in a skillet.

Do cheese blintzes freeze well? ›

Ricotta or fromage blanc can also be substituted. Both the crêpes and the filled blintzes can be made ahead of time; just cover and chill overnight or freeze for up to one month.

How do you reheat cooked blintzes? ›

Preheat oven to 350°F. Place the blintzes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure they're not touching each other, or they won't reheat evenly. Bake for about 10 to 12 minutes.

Can you refrigerate souffle before baking? ›

Cover and refrigerate until ready to bake, then slip into the preheated oven. This works best if done within a half day timeframe but even 24 hours out will work, although the soufflé may not rise quite as high.

How do you defrost frozen blintzes? ›

If you froze them after you fried them, you can warm them up in the oven for probably 15-20 minutes. If you froze them before you fried them, you will probably do best warming them up in the oven for a few minutes and then frying them. You don't want to thaw them or they will fall apart.

How long does a cheese souffle last in the fridge? ›

Turn into soufflê dish and bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Do not open the oven door. Serve at once. Souffle may be made up ahead and refrigerated as long as 24 hours.

What's the difference between a Swedish crepe and a regular crepe? ›

The most obvious difference is that crepes are made with a crepe roller and often have savory fillings. Swedish pancakes are made with a pan tilt to make them thin and they are almost always served with sweet fillings (lingonberries and cream, be still my heart).

Why is a crepe not a pancake? ›

The main difference is that pancake batter has a raising agent in it, such as baking powder or baking soda, and crepe batter does not. This means that pancakes are thicker and fluffy while crêpes are thin and flat.

Is a crepe just a thin pancake? ›

Unlike pancakes, crêpes are much thinner because they aren't made with baking powder, as are pancakes. Since they are thinner, they tend to be a tad crispier as well. This makes the crêpe an excellent vehicle for practically any filling or topping you like, sweet or savory.

What are the two types of crepes? ›

Crêpes are usually one of two varieties: sweet crêpes (crêpes sucrées) or savoury galettes (crêpes salées).

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