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Crepes-Souzette

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Crêpes Suzette is a classic French dessert featuring delicate, thin pancakes folded and served in a warm, caramelized sauce of butter, sugar, and orange juice. The dish is traditionally flambéed with orange liqueur, creating a dramatic presentation and a complex, aromatic flavor profile. The contrast between the soft, tender crepes and the rich, tangy-sweet sauce makes it an elegant yet approachable treat. Perfect for romantic dinners, celebrations, or as a show-stopping finale to a French-inspired meal, this recipe captures the essence of bistro-style cooking. While the original requires Grand Marnier or Cointreau, this simplified version focuses on the essential buttery orange goodness, using basic pantry staples to create a sophisticated experience without the fuss.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 291.8
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
Crêpes Suzette is a classic French dessert featuring delicate, thin pancakes folded and served in a warm, caramelized sauce of butter, sugar, and orange juice. The dish is traditionally flambéed with orange liqueur, creating a dramatic presentation and a complex, aromatic flavor profile. The contrast between the soft, tender crepes and the rich, tangy-sweet sauce makes it an elegant yet approachable treat. Perfect for romantic dinners, celebrations, or as a show-stopping finale to a French-inspired meal, this recipe captures the essence of bistro-style cooking. While the original requires Grand Marnier or Cointreau, this simplified version focuses on the essential buttery orange goodness, using basic pantry staples to create a sophisticated experience without the fuss.
Ingredients
  • 1 Egg
  • 3/4 cup Flour.
  • 3/4 cup Plus 4 tbsp. milk.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Sugar.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract.
  • 3 tablespoon Butter.
Directions
  1. 1
    Whisk the egg, milk, flour, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes.
  2. 2
    Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.
  3. 3
    Pour a small amount of batter into the skillet, swirling it to coat the bottom evenly in a thin layer. Cook for about 1 minute until the edges begin to lift and the bottom is lightly golden.
  4. 4
    Flip the crepe with a spatula and cook for another 30 seconds on the other side. Transfer to a plate and repeat with remaining batter, stacking the cooked crepes.
  5. 5
    In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add a squeeze of fresh orange juice and a teaspoon of sugar if desired, letting it bubble and reduce slightly to form a glossy sauce.
  6. 6
    Fold each crepe into quarters and place them in the warm sauce, turning gently to coat.
  7. 7
    Serve immediately, spooning the warm orange butter sauce over the crepes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 291.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.4g18%
Saturated Fat 6.6g33%
Cholesterol 71.7mg24%
Sodium 106.9mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 38.6g13%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Sugars 4.4g
Protein 7.8g16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: crepes, souzette, french, dessert, orange, butter, flambéed, pancakes, sauce, classic, elegant, breakfast, brunch, vanilla, flour, milk, egg, sugar, vegetarian, simple
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