Blini with Sour Cream and Caviar Recipe

Name: Blini with Sour Cream and Caviar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup warm water (105115F); 1 (1/4-oz) package active dry yeast (1 1/4 teaspoons); 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 cup sifted all-purpose flour (sift before measuring); 1/2 cup sifted buckwheat flour (sift before measuring); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup whole milk, heated to warm (105115F); 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; Accompaniments: sour cream and caviar

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 250F.
2
Stir together warm water, yeast, and sugar in a bowl and let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes.
3
(If mixture doesn't foam, discard and start over with new yeast.)
4
Add all-purpose flour, buckwheat flour, and salt, then stir in milk, 3 tablespoons butter, and eggs.
5
Cover bowl with plastic wrap and set in a roasting pan filled with 1 inch of warm water.
6
Let rise in a warm place until dough is increased in volume, has bubbles breaking the surface, and is stringy when scooped, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
7
Stir batter before using.
8
Heat a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot and brush with some of remaining melted butter (if butter browns immediately, lower heat).
9
Working in batches of 4, spoon 1 tablespoon batter into skillet for each blin, then cook, turning over once, until golden on both sides, about 2 minutes.
10
Transfer to an ovenproof platter and keep blini warm in oven.
11
Serve blini topped with sour cream and caviar.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup warm water (105115F), 1 (1/4-oz) package active dry yeast (1 1/4 teaspoons), 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 cup sifted all-purpose flour (sift before measuring), and more.

Yes, Blini with Sour Cream and Caviar falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Blini with Sour Cream and Caviar

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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