Mixed Berry Crepes
Crepes filled with fruit compote. Thin tender pancakes are wrapped around a sweet and tangy mixture of mixed berry compote.
Equipment
- Non-stick skillet
- Ladle
- Mixing bowls
- Saucepan
Ingredients
FOR THE COMPOTE
- 2-4 cups mixed berries, washed and cleaned
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4-1/3 cup sugar, add more sugar to your desired sweetness
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
FOR THE BATTER
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 4 large eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
COOK THE COMPOTE
- Place the mixed berries in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Add lemon juice, sugar, lemon zest, and salt. Simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. The compote will thicken slightly as it cooks, but it will continue to thicken as it cools down. Set aside.
MAKE THE CREPES
- Heat your non-stick skillet over medium heat. You want the pan to be hot enough that the batter sizzles when it hits the pan, but not so hot that it cooks too quickly or burns.
- Lightly buttering or oiling the skillet is optional, depending on your preference and the quality of your non-stick surface.
- Pour or ladle a small amount of batter into the center of the skillet, immediately tilting and rotating the pan to spread the batter thinly across the surface. The goal is to cover the bottom of the skillet with a thin layer of batter, filling any gaps.
SERVE
- Serve the crepes filled with your cooled compote. The choice is endless when it comes to filling your crepes. You can make it sweet or savory.
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Notes
NOTE #1: Cooking a mixed berry compote is a delightful and straightforward way to bring a burst of berry flavors to your table, whether it's for topping pancakes, swirling into yogurt, or even enhancing desserts. This compote is versatile, easy to make, and can be adjusted based on the berries you have on hand or prefer.
NOTE #2: Cooking crepes in a non-stick skillet is a delightful way to bring this versatile French classic into your kitchen repertoire. The beauty of using a non-stick skillet is the ease with which the crepes can be made, requiring less oil and ensuring that the delicate batter doesn't stick, making flipping a breeze.
NOTE #3: Creating the perfect Mixed Berry Crepes is an art that combines the delicacy of thin pancakes with the sweet and tangy flavors of mixed berries. The key to achieving this culinary delight lies in mastering both the crepe batter and the berry filling, ensuring each component complements the other for a truly memorable dish.