Description
A decadent and visually stunning Strawberry Nutella Crepe Cake featuring delicate crepes layered with rich Nutella, fresh strawberries, and light whipped cream. Perfect for a special occasion dessert or an impressive treat.
Ingredients
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For the Crepes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
For the Filling:
- 1 cup Nutella
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt until combined evenly.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs, then gradually add this mixture to the dry ingredients, whisking until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
- Add Butter and Rest Batter: Stir in the melted butter to the batter and let it rest for 15 to 30 minutes to improve texture and flavor.
- Heat Skillet: Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Grease lightly if necessary to prevent sticking.
- Cook Crepes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the skillet, swirling it to cover the bottom in a thin, even layer. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the edges start to lift, then flip and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Transfer the cooked crepe to a plate. Repeat this process until all batter is used, making about 12 to 15 crepes.
- Whip Cream: In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form, creating a light, fluffy whipped cream.
- Assemble Cake: Place one crepe on a serving plate. Spread a thin layer of Nutella over the crepe, add a few sliced strawberries, and top with a dollop of whipped cream.
- Layer Crepes: Continue layering crepes with Nutella, strawberries, and whipped cream until all crepes are used, ending with a crepe on top.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled crepe cake for at least 2 hours to allow it to set and the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, garnish the top of the cake with additional sliced strawberries and a drizzle of Nutella before serving for an extra touch of elegance and flavor.
Notes
- Allowing the batter to rest improves the texture of the crepes, making them tender.
- You can substitute fresh strawberries with other berries or fruits based on preference and season.
- For easier flipping, use a thin spatula and a well-heated non-stick skillet.
- Chilling the cake helps the layers set and makes slicing easier.
- Nutella can be warmed slightly to make spreading easier if it has thickened.
