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I'm crazy about cooking and today I'm sharing my hidden formula for super fluffy blinis. We whip these up nearly every Sunday in my house. Everyone goes wild for their airy goodness - they're amazing topped with smoked salmon as a starter or drizzled with honey for something sweet. It's such a versatile dish that's been a staple in my kitchen for years now.
Foolproof delicious blinis
This formula is an absolute gem in my cooking collection. The trick? Baker's yeast that makes them cloud-soft and light. I usually make a big batch on weekends so we've got plenty for the whole week. They keep wonderfully and warm up in just moments. It's my favorite way to turn an ordinary meal into something special.
What you'll need
- Warm milk: 250g taken from the fridge and slightly warmed
- Baker's yeast: 15g fresh or 1 teaspoon dry, whatever I've got handy
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon to feed the yeast
- All-purpose flour: 250g that I always sift to get rid of lumps
- Eggs: 3 good sized eggs at room temp
- Melted butter: 30g for that unbeatable flavor
- Salt: 1 well-measured teaspoon
Simple step-by-step guide
- The magic mix
- I start by throwing the warm milk, eggs, melted butter, yeast and a pinch of sugar into my favorite blender for two minutes.
- Adding the flour
- Next I put in my sifted flour with salt and blend for three minutes. Your batter should be nice and smooth.
- Resting time
- I pour everything into a bowl, cover it with plastic wrap and let the magic happen for an hour.
- Cooking them up
- On a lightly oiled non-stick pan I pour small ladles of batter. When bubbles pop up I flip them and let them brown for another minute.
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Smart storage tricks
In my kitchen I always keep blinis ready to go. I store them in an airtight container in the fridge and they stay good for 5 days easily. If you're planning ahead like me, pop them in the freezer for up to a month. A quick run through the toaster or 15 seconds in the microwave brings back their original softness. They're so handy for last-minute meals.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What’s the difference between fresh yeast and instant yeast?
Fresh yeast comes in small cubes and needs to be kept cold. Instant yeast is dry and shelf-stable, and you only need a third of the amount compared to fresh yeast.
- → How do you know when blinis are cooked?
You’ll see bubbles form on top when they’re ready to flip. Once flipped, let the bottom side cook until it turns golden, which takes about a minute.
- → Can you freeze these blinis?
Sure! They freeze nicely for up to a month. Just let them cool before sealing them up in a freezer bag.
- → How do you reheat blinis properly?
You’ve got options: pop them in a toaster for crispiness, heat in a pan for evenness, or zap them in the microwave for 15 seconds if you're in a rush.
- → What toppings go well with blinis?
Blinis are super versatile! Try savory toppings like smoked salmon or taramasalata. For a sweet twist, use jam or honey.