Description
If you’re looking for a decadent yet easy-to-make dessert or breakfast, these Chocolate Crepes with a creamy filling of whipped cream and cottage cheese, paired with fresh strawberries and bananas, are a perfect choice. Combining the light texture of crepes with a rich, creamy filling and sweet fruit, this dish brings together a blend of flavors that are hard to resist. The recipe is simple yet impressive, making it ideal for special occasions, a cozy weekend brunch, or whenever you’re in the mood for something delicious.
Ingredients
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For the Crepes:
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp sugar
- A pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- A pinch of vanilla (optional)
- 125 ml milk (about 1/2 cup)
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 70–80 g flour (about 1/2 cup)
For the Cream Filling:
- 250 g cottage cheese (about 1 cup)
- 100 ml heavy cream (33% fat) (about 1/3 cup)
- 50 g powdered sugar (about 1/4 cup)
For the Filling and Topping:
- Fresh strawberries
- Bananas
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crepe Batter
- Whisk the egg in a medium bowl with 1 tablespoon of sugar and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth.
- Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and a pinch of vanilla (if desired), then mix again.
- Gradually pour in the 125 ml of milk, continuing to whisk until the mixture is fully combined.
- Sift the cocoa powder into the batter, followed by the flour, and whisk until smooth. The batter should be thin and lump-free.
- Set the crepe batter aside to rest for about 10 minutes.
Step 2: Cook the Crepes
- Heat a non-stick pan or crepe pan over medium heat. Once hot, lightly grease the pan with a bit of oil.
- Pour a ladle of the crepe batter into the pan, swirling it around to coat the bottom evenly.
- Cook the crepe for about 1-2 minutes until the edges begin to lift and the surface looks set. Flip the crepe and cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute on the other side.
- Transfer the cooked crepe to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter until all crepes are cooked.
Step 3: Prepare the Cream Filling
- In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- In another bowl, combine the cottage cheese and powdered sugar, mixing until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cottage cheese mixture to create a light, fluffy filling.
Step 4: Prepare the Fruit
- Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them.
- Peel and slice the bananas into thin rounds.
Step 5: Assemble the Crepes
- Take one chocolate crepe and spread a generous layer of the cream filling down the center.
- Add slices of strawberries and bananas on top of the cream.
- Roll or fold the crepe around the filling.
- Repeat with the remaining crepes, cream, and fruit.
Step 6: Serve
- Dust the top of the crepes with powdered sugar for a decorative touch.
- Garnish with a few more fresh strawberries and bananas on the side, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10mins
- Cook Time: 15mins