Description
These Crepes with Cream Cheese Filling and Strawberries are light, delicate, and filled with a rich, sweet cream cheese mixture. Topped with fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar, they make the perfect breakfast, brunch, or dessert!
Ingredients
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For the Crepes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (or milk)
For the Toppings:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup blueberries or raspberries
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crepe Batter:
- In a blender, combine flour, eggs, milk, water, melted butter, sugar, vanilla, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Let the batter rest for 10-15 minutes.
- Cook the Crepes:
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.
- Pour 1/4 cup batter into the pan, swirling to spread evenly.
- Cook for about 1 minute, then flip and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Repeat until all crepes are cooked.
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling:
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream until smooth.
- Assemble the Crepes:
- Spread a layer of cream cheese filling on each crepe.
- Fold or roll the crepes and top with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Drizzle with maple syrup or honey if desired.
Notes
- Letting the batter rest helps create softer crepes.
- Try adding Nutella or lemon zest for extra flavor.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
