Pancake Mix Dessert Crepes
- Level: Intermediate
- Yield: 12 crepes
- Nutritional Information Per Serving (1 of 12 servings): Calories 253, Total Fat 12g, Saturated Fat 7g, Carbohydrates 33g, Dietary Fiber 1g, Sugar 19g, Protein 4g, Cholesterol 47mg, Sodium 251mg
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Active Time: 55 minutes
Transform everyday pancake mix into delicate, irresistible dessert crepes with Ree's clever hacksimply add extra liquid for a silky batter that cooks up golden and tender, ready to wrap around dreamy fillings.
Ingredients
For the Crepes:
- 1 cup pancake mix
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 1/3 cups whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup melted butter
For the Fillings and Toppings:
- One 8-ounce container store-bought whipped cream cheese
- 3/4 cup berry preserves
- 1 cup mixed berries (including raspberries, strawberries, and blueberries)
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
- Canned whipped cream for garnish
- 3 to 4 sprigs fresh mint
Instructions
- Whip up the crepe batter: In a medium bowl, whisk pancake mix and sugar. In a pitcher, blend milk, vanilla, and beaten egg, then slowly stir into dry ingredients for a lump-free, pourable mix that promises fluffy perfection.
- Heat a 10-inch non-stick skillet over medium-low. Swirl in a teaspoon of melted butter. Pour 2 ounces batter, tilt to spread thin, and cook until golden, 2-2.5 minutes. Flip, cook 1 more minute, then stack on a plate. Repeat, buttering as neededwatch them stack into a crepe tower you'll crave!
- Assemble and dazzle: Spread 1 tablespoon whipped cream cheese and berry preserves on each crepe. Fold into golden triangles. Top with fresh berries, chocolate drizzle, whipped cream dollops, and mint sprigs for a showstopping treat that bursts with flavor.
