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Chapter 43

Daniel’s Crepe Recipe


Daniel’s Crepe Recipe

¾ cup milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)

¾ cup water

½ cup granulated sugar

4 tablespoons butter, melted

½ teaspoon salt

3 eggs

1½ cups all-purpose flour

Toppings:

Jam or berries of your choice

¼ cup powdered sugar

Whipped cream

Chocolate, caramel sauce, or other sauce as desired (optional)

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, extracts, water, granulated sugar, butter, salt, and the eggs. Gradually add in the flour, stirring to combine. Mix until smooth.

Step 2

Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat. Using a ¼-cup measuring cup for each crepe, ladle batter into the pan. Tilt the pan with a circular motion so that the batter coats the surface evenly.

Step 3

Cook the crepe for 1–2 minutes, until the bottom is light brown. Loosen with a spatula, turn, and cook the other side.

Step 4

Fill the crepes with a smear of your favorite jam or fresh berries. Fold in the bottom, then the sides, then tuck in the top, like you’re folding a burrito. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and top with a dollop of whipped cream with the option to add more berries or a drizzle of chocolate, caramel, or some other kind of sauce.