Here’s a delicious recipe for a decadent crepe cake that’s sure to impress! This cake features layers of delicate crepes and rich filling, making it a perfect dessert for special occasions.
Decadent Crepe Cake Recipe
Ingredients
For the Crepes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the Filling:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
For the Chocolate Ganache (optional):
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
1. Make the Crepes:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, milk, melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Let the batter rest for about 30 minutes.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Pour in about 1/4 cup of batter and swirl to coat the bottom of the pan.
- Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the edges lift and the bottom is lightly golden. Flip and cook for another 1 minute. Repeat with the remaining batter, stacking the crepes on a plate as you go.
2. Prepare the Filling:
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese until well combined.
3. Assemble the Cake:
- Place one crepe on a serving platter. Spread a thin layer of the filling on top. Repeat this process, stacking crepes with filling in between, until all crepes and filling are used.
- Chill the assembled cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.
4. Prepare the Ganache (optional):
- Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer. Pour it over the chocolate chips in a bowl and let it sit for a few minutes. Stir until smooth and glossy.
5. Finish the Cake:
- Drizzle the chocolate ganache over the top of the chilled crepe cake. Let it flow down the sides for a beautiful effect.
- Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Tips:
- You can flavor the filling with chocolate, fruit purees, or even liqueurs to customize your cake.
- If you want to make the process easier, you can prepare the crepes a day in advance and store them in the fridge.
Enjoy your decadent crepe cake!
