Recipe

4 Sweet and Savory Crepe Fillings Perfect for Any Time of Day

By Sydney Maranville at Grand Valley State University

These thin and delicate pancakes are the perfect brunch, dinner, or dessert to share. Their French history and surprisingly easy preparation make you feel as if you are eating in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris.  

Traditional Crepes Sweet or Plain

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
Ingredients
  • 1 cup flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 tbsp. melted butter
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 8 tbsp. vegetable oil
  • Optional:
  • 2 tbsp. sugar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla

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Step 1

Mix all of the ingredients together and add in the milk slowly. It's easier to mix with a wooden spoon. The batter will be very liquidy.

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Step 2

To make the batter sweet, add in 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla.

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Step 3

Heat up a medium sized frying pan (nonstick is preferable) with the oil. When it is hot, add in some of the batter and spread around the pan in a circular motion until it forms a thin layer.

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Step 4

Let each side crisp up until golden brown, remove from the pan, and set aside to cool.

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Step 5

Repeat the process until all the batter is gone. You will want to put more oil in the pan each time you make another crepe.

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You don't need ladyfingers to bring out the delicious flavors of tiramisu, a sweet Italian dessert. The secret is sweetened mascarpone filling and coffee. This is a rich delectable that will be the perfect weekend treat. 

Tiramisu Crepe Filling

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Servings: 4
Ingredients
  • 8 oz container mascarpone
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 8 tbsp. dark roast coffee
  • Whipped cream to put on top
  • Chocolate syrup to drizzle on top
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder to dust on top

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Step 1

Mix the mascarpone, vanilla, and powdered sugar together in a bowl.

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Step 2

Pour the coffee on each crepe to soak. Spread some of the mascarpone mixture onto a sweetened crepe and roll up.

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Step 3

Spray a little whipped cream on top, drizzle with some chocolate syrup and sprinkle on a little cocoa powder. Enjoy!

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The smooth and creamy ricotta mixture with vibrant bursts of lemon and a simply sweet blueberry to spoon over the top will brighten your morning. 

Ricotta Lemon Crepe Filling

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup ricotta
  • Zest 1 lemon
  • Juice 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp. sugar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • Blueberry Sauce:
  • 1 pint blueberries
  • 2 teaspoons Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 Cup Sugar
  • 1/2 Cup Water
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 1 Tablespoon Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest

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Step 1

Mix together the ricotta, lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, and vanilla.

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Step 2

In a medium sized saucepan, mix together all of the ingredients for the blueberry sauce. Bring to a boil and let it thicken. Remove from the heat.

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Step 3

On a sweetened crepe, spread some of the ricotta mixture on and roll up. Spoon over a little blueberry sauce and enjoy!

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Who knew crepes could replace the classic tortilla! The tangy and cheesy flavors are so simple and delicious. Any night of the week is guaranteed to become a little bit better with this recipe on your menu.

Zesty Chicken Crepe Filling

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 2
Ingredients
  • 3 chicken tenders thawed
  • 8 oz jar mild picante sauce
  • 1 oz cream cheese
  • Chedder cheese

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Step 1

Heat up a medium sized skillet with some cooking spray. Meanwhile, dice up the chicken into small cubes.

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Step 2

Strain the picante sauce in a bowl keeping only the liquid.

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Step 3

Add the chicken to the skillet and once completely cooked through, add the cream cheese. Once it is melted, slowly pour in the picante liquid and let the mixture thicken.

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Step 4

Place half the mixture into a plain crepe and roll up. Top it with a little cheddar cheese and melt in the microwave. Enjoy!

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The traditional scrambled eggs with a twist allowing you to get the best of both worlds. Wafer thin pancakes filled with fluffy eggs? Yes please!

Scrambled Egg Crepe Filling

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 3
Ingredients
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1/2 cup diced red pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced white onion
  • 1/2 cup baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup ham cubes
  • Cheddar cheese
  • Salt and Pepper to Taste

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Step 1

Heat up a medium sized skillet with some cooking spray. Meanwhile, chop up the red pepper and onion.

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Step 2

Once the skillet is hot, add in the chopped red pepper and onion, baby spinach, and ham cubes. Cook until the spinach is wilted and the vegetables are tender.

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Step 3

Add in the eggs and incorporate everything together. Sprinkle in some salt and pepper to taste.

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Step 4

Place some of the mixture into a plain crepe and roll up. Put some cheddar cheese on top and melt in the microwave. Enjoy!

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These easy crepe fillings can be made for almost any occasion ranging from a lazy night in to a fancy get together with friends. There is so much color and flavor rolled up into these tasty creations, it's no surprise why they remain superior to the traditional pancake.