Easy Crepes with Cream Cheese Filling & Strawberries
Introduction
Crepes are a classic French‑inspired dish that can be dressed up for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. This recipe gives you soft, delicate crepes filled with a sweet cream cheese mixture and topped with fresh strawberries. It’s simple, elegant, and guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
For the Crepes
2 cups milk
4 eggs
3 tbsp melted butter
1 tbsp sugar
1½ tbsp vanilla extract
⅛ tsp salt
1½ cups flour
For the Cream Cheese Filling
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1¼ cups powdered sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
¾ tsp vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream
4 tbsp granulated sugar
For the Strawberry Topping
4 cups strawberries, sliced
Directions
Step 1: Make the Crepe Batter
Add eggs, milk, melted butter, sugar, vanilla, salt, and flour to a blender.
Blend for 15–20 seconds until smooth.
Refrigerate batter for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
Step 2: Cook the Crepes
Spray an 8–10 inch nonstick pan with cooking spray.
Pour ¼ cup batter into the pan.
Tilt the pan to spread batter evenly into a thin circle.
Cook over medium heat until the top looks dry and edges lift easily.
Flip and cook for another 30 seconds.
Stack finished crepes on a plate.
Step 3: Make the Cream Cheese Filling
Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream with sugar until soft peaks form.
Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.
Step 4: Assemble
Spread cream cheese filling inside each crepe.
Fold or roll crepes, then top with sliced strawberries.
Dust with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
Time & Yield
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour 35 minutes
Yield: 12–14 crepes
Tips & Tricks
Chill batter for smoother, more elastic crepes.
Use a crepe pan or flat skillet for best results.
Add Nutella or chocolate drizzle for extra indulgence.
Store leftover crepes stacked with parchment paper in the fridge for 2 days.
Variations
Berry Mix: Use blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries.
Savory Crepes: Skip sugar and vanilla, fill with ham and cheese.
Chocolate Crepes: Add 2 tbsp cocoa powder to batter.
Festive Version: Garnish with whipped cream and mint leaves.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with coffee or tea.
Pair with sparkling lemonade for brunch.
Roll crepes into cones and serve in paper wraps for parties.
FAQs
Q: Can I make crepes ahead of time?
A: Yes, refrigerate cooked crepes and reheat in a skillet.
Q: Can I freeze them?
A: Absolutely — stack with parchment paper and freeze up to 2 months.
Q: Do I need a blender?
A: No, whisking by hand works fine, but blending ensures a smooth batter.
Conclusion
These Easy Crepes with Cream Cheese Filling & Strawberries are light, elegant, and versatile. Whether for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, they’re a delightful treat that’s simple to prepare yet feels gourmet.