Russian Yeast Blini - are thick, slightly chewy thick crepes with a nice lacy appearance from the yeast in the batter. This recipe is a true Russian Blini recipe that is a nice treat for breakfast, snack or even dinner if you wish.
Sift 500 g flour into a large bowl. Add 1 tbsp instant yeast, 1 tsp salt, and 2 tsp sugar. Mix everything together.
Add 2 cups warm/room temperature milk and mix with a spoon until the batter is smooth. Add 1/2 cup more milk and mix again until smooth.
Add 3 tablespoons oil and mix with a whisk. The batter should be runny like pancake batter, if it is not, add a little bit more milk. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let rise for about an hour, until the dough doubles in size.
Now melt 2 tbsp butter and slowly add into the risen dough. Mix.
Whisk together 3 eggs. Add into the dough and mix thoroughly. Let the dough rest for about 10 minutes and then you can start cooking the blinis.
Notes Serve warm, right away with a choice of jam, sour cream, honey or smoked salmon/fish and caviar.
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