Thin vanilla-infused crêpes filled with a luscious strawberry compote and drizzled with a dark chocolate sauce for an elegant dessert.
Chocolate Strawberry Crêpes
Ingredients
Scales from a half to a double batch; cook in rounds so the pan stays hot.
- ¾ cup (90.0 g)all-purpose flour
- 2.0 large (100.0 g)eggs
- 1.0 cup (240.0 ml)whole milk
- ½ cup (120.0 ml)heavy cream
- 2.0 tbsp (28.0 g)butter, melted, plus more for cooking
- 1 ½ tbsp (18.0 g)granulated sugar
- 1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp (1.5 g)fine sea salt
- 2.0 cups (300.0 g)fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- ¼ cup (50.0 g)granulated sugar
- ½ cup (120.0 ml)water
- 5.0 oz (140.0 g)dark chocolate (70% cacao), chopped
- ¼ cup (60.0 ml)heavy cream
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Instructions
- In a blender or mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, melted butter, granulated sugar, pure vanilla extract, and fine sea salt. Blend or whisk well until smooth.
- Let the batter rest for 10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flour to hydrate for tender crêpes.
- Prepare the strawberry compote: In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries release their juices and the mixture thickens slightly, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Heat a nonstick skillet or crêpe pan over medium heat and lightly brush with melted butter.
- Pour about 1/4 cup (60 ml) of batter into the pan and swirl quickly to form a thin, even layer.
- Cook the crêpe for 1 to 2 minutes until the edges lift and the bottom is lightly golden. Flip and cook the other side for 30 seconds. Transfer to a plate and keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter, brushing pan with butter as needed.
- Make the chocolate sauce: Heat 1/4 cup heavy cream in a small saucepan until just simmering. Remove from heat and add the chopped dark chocolate. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth and glossy.
- To assemble, spread 2 tablespoons of strawberry compote over each crêpe and fold into quarters or roll up.
- Drizzle the warm chocolate sauce over the filled crêpes before serving.
Tips
- Resting the batter helps prevent tearing and produces tender crêpes.
- Use a good-quality dark chocolate with 70% cacao for a rich sauce.
- Scrape vanilla seeds from a vanilla bean pod into the batter for a more aromatic vanilla flavor.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make chocolate strawberry crêpes?
Plan on 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, plus 10 minutes to rest. The recipe makes 10 crêpes.
How should I store chocolate strawberry crêpes?
Store leftover crêpes and strawberry compote separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat crêpes gently in a skillet and warm sauce before serving.
Can I make chocolate strawberry crêpes ahead?
Prepare the strawberry compote and chocolate sauce up to 1 day in advance, storing refrigerated.
Can I use a different form of vanilla?
Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). 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.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 10 servings this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (10 servings): ~1860 cal · 106g fat · 192g carbs · 36g protein · 116g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 186 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
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- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 25 min·1.3 mi·~2500 steps
- Moderate cycling 19 min·3.8 mi
- Swimming laps 26 min
- Jogging 18 min·1.5 mi·~2900 steps
- Stair climbing 17 min·~1550 steps
- Dancing 30 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 19 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 43 min
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