Apple Cinnamon Crêpes

Jun 28, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Light, tender crêpes filled with a warm apple cinnamon compote and infused with real vanilla bean for a comforting, classic dessert.

Prep 15 min

Cook 20 min

Total 35 min

Yield 10 crêpes

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Ingredients

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crêpes

1.0 cup (120.0 g)all-purpose flour
2.0 (100.0 g)large eggs
1 ¼ cups (300.0 ml)whole milk
2.0 tbsp (28.0 g)unsalted butter, melted, plus more for cooking
1.0 tbsp (12.0 g)granulated sugar
¼ tsp (1.5 g)fine sea salt
1.0vanilla bean, split and scraped
3.0 medium (450.0 g)apples, peeled, cored and diced (about 1 lb / 450 g)
1.0 tsp (2.6 g)ground cinnamon
2.0 tbsp (28.0 g)unsalted butter
2.0 tbsp (24.0 g)brown sugar
¼ tsp (0.5 g)ground nutmeg
15.0 ml (15.0 ml)lemon juice (about 1/2 lemon)

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and the seeds scraped from the vanilla bean.
In another bowl, beat the eggs and milk until combined. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously until the batter is smooth and thin. Stir in the melted butter.
Let the batter rest for 10 minutes to allow the flour to hydrate.
Prepare the apple cinnamon filling: In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the diced apples, sprinkle with cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and syrupy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Set aside.
Heat a nonstick skillet or crêpe pan over medium heat and lightly butter it. Pour about 1/4 cup (60 ml) of batter into the pan, swirling it to evenly coat the bottom. Cook until the edges lift and the bottom is lightly browned, about 1-2 minutes. Flip and cook for another 30 seconds. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
Repeat with the remaining batter, buttering the pan as needed.
To assemble, spoon a few tablespoons of the warm apple cinnamon filling onto each crêpe and fold or roll. Serve immediately.

Tips

Ensure the batter is thin enough to spread easily; if too thick, thin with a tablespoon or two of milk.
Use a vanilla bean for the batter to provide a deeper vanilla flavor that complements the warm apple filling.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make apple cinnamon crêpes?

Plan on 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 10 crêpes.

How should I store apple cinnamon crêpes?

Store leftover apple cinnamon crêpes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a nonstick pan over low heat to avoid drying them out.

Can I make apple cinnamon crêpes ahead?

Prepare the crêpe batter and apple cinnamon filling up to a day in advance and refrigerate separately.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped. Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Light, tender crêpes filled with a warm apple cinnamon compote and infused with real vanilla bean for a comforting, classic dessert.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 10 servings this recipe makes.

156 Calories / serving

6.7g Fat

20.9g Carbs

3.7g Protein

9.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (10 servings): ~1560 cal · 67g fat · 209g carbs · 37g protein · 97g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 156 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 21 min·1.1 mi·~2100 steps
Moderate cycling 16 min·3.2 mi
Swimming laps 22 min
Jogging 15 min·1.3 mi·~2400 steps
Stair climbing 14 min·~1250 steps
Dancing 25 min
Bodyweight circuit training 16 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 36 min

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