Buckwheat Blini

Directions

1. 1
   Combine yeast, sugar, and warm water in a 1-cup glass measuring cup; let stand 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Combine flours and salt in a large bowl; make a well in center.
3. 3
   Beat egg yolks lightly in a small bowl; add yeast mixture, milk, and butter. Add to dry ingredients, stirring with a whisk until mixture is smooth. Cover with a tea towel. Let mixture stand at room temperature 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until batter is light, bubbly, and doubled in bulk.
4. 4
   Stir mixture to eliminate air bubbles.
5. 5
   Beat egg whites at high speed with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form; fold into batter.
6. 6
   Drop blini batter by tablespoonfuls onto a hot, lightly greased griddle.
7. 7
   Cook until tops are covered with bubbles and edges look cooked; turn and cook until lightly browned. Keep warm. Serve with sour cream and your selection of caviar.