Buckwheat-Cheddar Blini with Smoked Salmon

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 tbsp

snipped chives, plus more for garnish

2 oz

sharp cheddar cheese, shredded ( 1/2 cup)

3/4 cup

buckwheat flour (see Note)

4 oz

sliced smoked salmon, cut into thin strips

large egg whites

2/3 cup

skim milk

Salt and freshly ground pepper

1 tsp

baking powder

1/4 cup

fat-free sour cream

1 tsp

dry mustard powder