Daily Dish

Delicate French Crepes with Berry Compote

Healthy Fact of the Day

While crepes are a treat, the berry compote provides antioxidants and vitamin C. You can make them healthier by using whole wheat flour and reducing sugar in the compote.

Ingredients

 

For the Crepes:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Butter for cooking

 

For the Berry Compote:

  • 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

 

For Serving:

  • Whipped cream
  • Powdered sugar
  • Fresh mint leaves

 

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine flour, eggs, milk, water, melted butter, salt, and vanilla. Blend until smooth. Refrigerate batter for 30 minutes.

  2. For the compote, combine berries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Let cool.

  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

  4. Lightly butter the surface.

  5. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the center of the skillet, tilting to spread evenly.

  6. Cook for about 2 minutes until the bottom is lightly golden.

  7. Flip and cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute.
    Repeat with remaining batter.

  8. To serve, fold crepes into quarters and top with berry compote.

  9. Garnish with whipped cream, a dusting of powdered sugar, and fresh mint leaves.

Take a bite of these delicate crepes, let the sweet berry compote melt on your tongue, and close your eyes – you might just find yourself transported to a charming Parisian café! Whether it’s for a special breakfast or an elegant dessert, these crepes bring a touch of French sophistication to your table, proving that sometimes the simplest pleasures are the most délicieux!

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