Black Forest Crepes
Indulge in the decadent charm of Black Forest Crepes, a delightful dessert that brings the elegance of Black Forest cake to your table in a whimsical, crepe-inspired form. These ultra-thin chocolate crepes are infused with rich cocoa and layered with luscious whipped cream and tart cherry pie filling for a heavenly combination of flavors and textures. Topped with shaved dark chocolate and fresh cherries, this dessert is as stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for special occasions or a luxurious weekend treat, these crepes are surprisingly easy to make, requiring just 20 minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples. Whether folded or rolled, Black Forest Crepes are guaranteed to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 1.25 cups Milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1.5 cups Canned cherry pie filling
- 2 tablespoons Dark chocolate (shaved or grated)
- 0.5 cups Fresh cherries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt until well combined.
Add the eggs to the dry ingredients and whisk until the batter begins to form. Slowly drizzle in the milk while whisking continuously to ensure a smooth, lump-free batter.
Mix in the melted butter and vanilla extract, and let the batter rest for 15 minutes to allow the flour to hydrate.
While the batter rests, prepare the whipped cream by beating the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar in a chilled bowl until soft peaks form. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.
Pour about 1/4 cup of crepe batter into the pan and quickly swirl it to spread the batter into a thin, even layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the edges start to lift and the bottom is lightly browned.
Flip the crepe using a spatula and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Transfer the finished crepe to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, stacking the crepes with parchment paper in between to prevent sticking.
To assemble the crepes, place one crepe on a clean surface. Spread a dollop of whipped cream across the center and top with a spoonful of cherry pie filling.
Fold the crepe into quarters or roll it into a cylinder, then transfer to a serving plate.
Garnish the finished crepes with a drizzle of cherry filling, a sprinkle of grated dark chocolate, and fresh cherries, if desired. Repeat with the remaining crepes.
Serve immediately and enjoy this Black Forest-inspired dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.2 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.0 g | 370% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 702 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 975 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 273.4 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 133.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.3 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 516 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1451 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
