Description
Delicious and elegant chocolate crepes made with cocoa powder and a smooth batter that rests to develop flavor. These thin, tender crepes are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a special treat and can be served warm or chilled with your favorite fillings or toppings.
Ingredients
Crepe Batter
- ⅓ cup very hot water
- 3 Tablespoons natural cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon table salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
For Cooking
- Cooking oil, spray, or melted butter (as needed for skillet)
Instructions
- Mix Cocoa and Water: Whisk together the very hot water and cocoa powder until completely combined to form a smooth cocoa mixture.
- Prepare Batter (Blender Method): Pour the cocoa mixture and all remaining ingredients into a blender. Blend until smooth, pausing to scrape sides as needed. Cover and refrigerate the batter for 30 to 60 minutes, or up to 2 days, to allow flavors to meld.
- Prepare Batter (Whisk Method): In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Create a well in the center, add the cocoa mixture, half of the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk smooth, then gradually add the remaining milk, continuing to whisk until fully combined. Cover and refrigerate the batter for 30 to 60 minutes, or up to 2 days.
- Heat Skillet: Place a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lightly brush the surface with cooking oil or butter. Warm the pan for several minutes until it is hot enough to radiate heat clearly.
- Cook Crepes: Stir the crepe batter to recombine before cooking. Remove the pan from heat, pour about ¼ cup of batter into the skillet, and tilt the pan to spread batter evenly into a thin 8-inch circle. Return the pan to the heat.
- Flip Crepes: Cook until the crepe edges look set and the surface appears dry, then carefully flip with a spatula. Cook the other side until fully cooked and remove from heat.
- Repeat and Serve: Repeat the process with the remaining batter, lightly brushing the pan with oil between crepes. Serve crepes warm or chilled with your choice of fillings or toppings.
Notes
- The batter can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 2 days for convenience and enhanced flavor.
- Adjust the amount of batter per crepe to make thinner or thicker crepes based on preference.
- Using a nonstick skillet and lightly greasing it ensures easy flipping and uniform cooking.
- Crepes can be enjoyed with sweet fillings like fruit, whipped cream, Nutella, or savory toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
