Description
A delightful Strawberry Nutella Crepe Cake featuring delicate crepes layered with creamy Nutella filling and fresh macerated strawberries, perfect for a decadent dessert that serves approximately 10 slices.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling and Topping
- 1 1/2 cups Nutella
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries
- Heavy cream, for filling (approximately 1 cup)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for macerating strawberries)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for macerating strawberries)
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. In a separate bowl, combine eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined. Cover and refrigerate the batter for at least 30 minutes to allow it to rest.
- Cook the crepes: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour a small amount of batter and swirl to form a thin layer. Cook until the edges lift and the bottom is golden brown, then flip and cook the other side until golden. Repeat until all batter is used, stacking the crepes with parchment paper in between to prevent sticking.
- Macerate strawberries: Slice the fresh strawberries and combine them with granulated sugar and lemon juice. Let them sit for at least 15 minutes to release their juices and become sweet and tender.
- Prepare Nutella filling: Whisk together Nutella and heavy cream until smooth and creamy, suitable for spreading between crepe layers.
- Assemble the crepe cake: Layer one crepe on a serving plate, spread a generous amount of Nutella cream filling on top, followed by a layer of macerated strawberries. Repeat this layering process until all crepes, filling, and strawberries are used, finishing with a crepe on top.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the assembled crepe cake for at least an hour to allow it to set and flavors to meld. Before serving, dust the top with powdered sugar for a beautiful and sweet finish.
Notes
- Allowing the batter to rest improves crepe texture and prevents tearing.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for best flavor and sweetness.
- Chilling the cake makes slicing easier and helps the layers hold together.
- Parchment paper between crepes prevents them from sticking when stacking.
- If Nutella is too thick, warm slightly to make it easier to whisk with heavy cream.
