Mother's Day Berry Crêpes
Paper-thin French crêpes filled with luscious vanilla cream and piled high with fresh mixed berries. The ultimate Mother's Day breakfast in bed — elegant, romantic, and absolutely delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1¼ cups whole milk
- 2 tbsp melted butter, plus more for pan
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for cream)
- 2 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- Fresh mint and powdered sugar to garnish
Instructions
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1
Make the Batter
Blend flour, eggs, milk, melted butter, sugar, vanilla, and salt in a blender until completely smooth. Let the batter rest for 30 minutes at room temperature — this relaxes the gluten and makes thinner crêpes.
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2
Whip the Cream
Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with a hand mixer until soft peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
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3
Cook the Crêpes
Heat a 10-inch non-stick skillet over medium heat and brush lightly with butter. Pour in ¼ cup batter, swirling immediately to coat the pan thinly. Cook for 60–90 seconds until edges lift, then flip and cook 30 seconds more. Repeat with remaining batter.
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4
Prepare the Berries
If using strawberries, hull and slice them. Gently toss all berries with a teaspoon of sugar and a squeeze of lemon to enhance their flavor.
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5
Assemble the Plate
Lay a crêpe flat, spread whipped cream over half, then fold in half and half again into a triangle. Arrange 3–4 on each plate. Top with berries, a dusting of powdered sugar, and fresh mint.
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Serve with Love
Bring to someone special in bed with a hot cup of coffee or tea. Best enjoyed immediately while crêpes are still warm.