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Cinnamon Apple Crepes Recipe

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  • Author: Lily
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Cinnamon Apple Crepes feature thin, tender crepes filled with a spiced, caramelized apple mixture. Using a combination of Granny Smith apples and warming spices like cinnamon and allspice, the apples are sautéed in butter and brown sugar to create a sweet, syrupy filling. The crepes can be rolled or folded with the apple filling and served with whipped cream or ice cream for a delicious, comforting dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Crepes

  • 1 batch Crepes Recipe (use your preferred Dessert Crepes recipe)

Apple Filling

  • 2 pounds (908 grams) Granny Smith apples (or your favorite baking apple)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons (42 grams) unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup (50 grams) light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crepes: Make the crepe batter according to your preferred dessert crepes recipe and cook the crepes. If making ahead, stack and store them in a freezer bag in the refrigerator; otherwise, keep them stacked at room temperature until serving.
  2. Mix spices: In a small bowl, combine the ground cinnamon, freshly ground cinnamon, ground allspice, and kosher salt. Stir well to blend the spices evenly.
  3. Prepare the apples: Peel the apples and chop them into 1-inch cubes. Place the apples in a bowl and toss with the fresh lemon juice to prevent browning and add brightness.
  4. Cook the spiced apples: Melt the butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Once it begins to bubble, add the light brown sugar and stir until the mixture is well combined and just starts to bubble.
  5. Add apples and spices: Spread the apple cubes in a single layer in the skillet. Increase the heat to medium-high and cook until about half the liquid evaporates. Add the pre-mixed spices and stir to coat the apples.
  6. Caramelize the apples: Continue cooking the apples, occasionally stirring to prevent burning but mainly allowing the apples to caramelize undisturbed. Cook until most of the liquid evaporates and a thick syrup remains, while the apples remain slightly firm.
  7. Finish apple filling: Remove the skillet from heat. Spoon the apples and syrup into a wide bowl, scraping the pan to incorporate all the flavorful syrup.
  8. Assemble crepes: There are several assembly options: spoon apple filling on the lower half of a crepe and roll into a cylinder, topping with sweetened whipped cream; place the filling in the center and fold the crepe in half, topped with whipped cream or ice cream; or fold crepes into quarters, spoon apple filling on top, add whipped cream, and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
  9. Store leftovers: Keep leftover crepes refrigerated for 2 to 3 days and apple filling refrigerated for up to one week. Both can be frozen and thawed in the refrigerator before serving.

Notes

  • Granny Smith apples are preferred for their tartness and firmness but you can use any baking apple.
  • The spice blend can be adjusted to taste—add more cinnamon or allspice depending on preference.
  • To keep crepes fresh when made in advance, stack and store in a freezer bag in the fridge to prevent drying out.
  • Apple filling should be stirred occasionally during cooking to avoid burning and ensure even caramelization.
  • Serve crepes warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for best flavor.

Find it online: https://dishmelt.com/cinnamon-apple-crepes-recipe/