Thin, delicate crepes filled with sweetened farmer's cheese (tvaroh), pan-fried to a golden finish and served with berry compote.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: warm plate
Garnishes: powdered sugar, fresh berries
Accompaniments: berry compote, sour cream
Instructions
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1
Whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, sugar, and salt until smooth. Gradually add flour, whisking to remove lumps. Rest batter 15 minutes.
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2
Heat a lightly buttered non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour a thin layer of batter, swirl to coat, and cook 1 minute per side.
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3
Mix farmer's cheese with sugar and vanilla for the filling.
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4
Place a spoonful of filling on each crepe, fold into quarters or roll up.
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5
Lightly pan-fry the filled crepes in butter until golden on both sides.
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6
Serve warm with berry compote and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Did You Know?
During Maslenitsa (Butter Week), Ukrainians eat mlyntsi every day for a week to celebrate the end of winter.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- non-stick pan
- whisk
- ladle
Garnishing
powdered sugar, fresh berries
Accompaniments
berry compote, sour cream
The Story Behind Млинці
Mlyntsi are part of the ancient Slavic tradition of making thin pancakes, originally prepared as ritual sun symbols during pre-Christian spring celebrations. They became deeply embedded in Ukrainian cuisine across all social classes.
Served during Maslenitsa week and as everyday breakfast or dessert, mlyntsi bridge the sacred and the mundane in Ukrainian food culture.
Today they appear on every Ukrainian restaurant menu with fillings ranging from traditional tvaroh to modern Nutella, though purists insist on the classic farmer's cheese version.
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