Orange Crepes Kerr

Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
Delicate French-style crepes coated in a vibrant, citrusy orange yogurt sauce.
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Orange Crepes Kerr

Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 754.6

Description

These Orange Crepes Kerr offer a sophisticated twist on the classic French dessert. The batter is light and airy, yielding tender, paper-thin crepes that serve as the perfect canvas for the star of the show: a rich, tangy orange sauce. This unique sauce combines fresh orange juice and zest with a creamy yogurt and cornstarch base, creating a texture that is both silky and substantial. A splash of sweet dessert wine adds depth and complexity, balancing the bright acidity of the citrus. Ideal for brunch gatherings or a romantic evening meal, this dish brings a burst of sunshine to your table. It is elegant enough for special occasions yet simple enough for a weekend treat. Serve warm for the best experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a blender or bowl, combine the cake flour and milk, blending until smooth.
  2. Add the whole egg and egg yolk to the batter.
  3. Beat or whisk the mixture vigorously until well combined and free of lumps.
  4. Stir in the grated lemon zest and vanilla extract.
  5. Let the batter rest for 30 minutes to allow the gluten to relax.
  6. While batter rests, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  7. Cook the crepes one at a time, pouring a small amount of batter and swirling to coat the pan.
  8. Flip when edges begin to lift and cook until lightly golden on both sides.
  9. Stack the finished crepes on a plate and cover to keep warm.
  10. For the sauce, heat 1 tsp oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
  11. Quickly sauté 1 tbls orange zest for a few seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  12. Immediately add 1/2 cup sweet dessert wine and reduce mixture to a syrupy consistency.
  13. Stir in 2 Tbls brown sugar until dissolved.
  14. Add 8 oz fresh orange juice and bring to a simmer.
  15. In a separate small bowl, mix 2 Tbls yogurt cheese and 1 Tbls cornstarch until smooth.
  16. Strain the hot orange juice mixture into the yogurt cheese mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
  17. Pour the combined sauce back into the saucepan and heat gently, stirring until thickened.
  18. Fold each crepe into quarters.
  19. Place folded crepes into the sauce, ensuring they are well coated.
  20. Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the crepes and sauce.
  21. Garnish with peeled orange slices and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 754.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.1g24%
Saturated Fat 5.9g30%
Cholesterol 372.2mg125%
Sodium 225.2mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 120.9g41%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 23.8g
Protein 32.1g65%

* 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: orange, crepes, french, dessert, citrus, yogurt, sauce, brunch, vegetarian, cake flour, vanilla, lemon zest, wine, cornstarch, folded, light, airy, tangy, silky, homemade
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