Description
Delight in these easy chocolate crepes, perfectly thin and rich with cocoa flavor. Quick to prepare and versatile, these crepes can be enjoyed plain or filled with whipped cream, fresh fruits, and decadent chocolate sauces for a delightful treat any time of day.
Ingredients
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Crepe Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter or oil, for greasing the pan
Optional Fillings and Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Sliced strawberries or bananas
- Chocolate sauce or hazelnut spread
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine Batter: Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, whisking continuously until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Let the batter rest for at least 15 minutes to improve texture.
- Heat Skillet: Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook Crepes: Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter into the skillet, immediately swirling the pan to spread the batter evenly into a thin layer. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the edges lift and the bottom turns lightly browned.
- Flip Crepes: Carefully flip the crepe and cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute until cooked through but still tender.
- Repeat: Transfer the crepe to a plate and repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed between crepes.
- Serve: Fill and top crepes with preferred fillings such as whipped cream, fresh fruits, chocolate sauce, or powdered sugar. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Resting the batter helps the flour hydrate fully and results in more tender crepes.
- Use a non-stick skillet for best results and easier flipping.
- Customize your crepes with sweet or savory fillings according to taste.
- For thinner crepes, add a little more milk to the batter.
- Ensure the pan is properly heated to get an even golden brown color without burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
