Description
Delicate and delicious strawberry crepes made from a smooth batter, filled with a sweet cream cheese mixture and fresh macerated strawberries. Perfect for a light breakfast or a delightful dessert, this recipe offers a balance of creamy, fruity, and sweet flavors wrapped in thin, tender crepes.
Ingredients
Crepe Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 2 tbsp melted butter (for batter)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Filling
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (for strawberries)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for filling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for filling, included as per step 4)
Additional
- Butter (for cooking crepes)
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (optional topping)
- Nutella, maple syrup, honey (optional toppings)
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, salt, eggs, milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Cover the batter and let it rest for 30 minutes to hydrate the flour and improve texture.
- Macerate the strawberries: In a separate bowl, combine sliced fresh strawberries with lemon juice and a small amount of sugar (not specified exactly but typical to maceration, use 1-2 tbsp granulated sugar). Toss gently and set aside to allow the strawberries to release their natural juices and become sweeter.
- Prepare the filling: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. This mixture will be the sweet creamy filling inside the crepes.
- Cook the crepes: Heat a skillet or non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly butter the surface. Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter into the pan and swirl to create a thin, even layer covering the bottom. Cook until the edges begin to lift and the underside is lightly golden, then carefully flip and cook the other side briefly until set.
- Assemble crepes: Remove each cooked crepe from the pan and place on a serving plate. Spread a layer of the cream cheese filling inside, add a generous spoonful of the macerated strawberries, then fold or roll the crepe. Serve warm.
- Optional topping: If desired, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form and serve on the side or drizzle crepes with Nutella, maple syrup, or honey for extra sweetness.
Notes
- Resting the batter improves crepe texture and prevents tearing.
- Macerating the strawberries enhances their sweetness and juiciness.
- Use a non-stick skillet for best crepe cooking results.
- Crepes are best served immediately but can be kept warm in a low oven.
- Optional toppings like Nutella or whipped cream can add richness and flavor variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
