Ingredients and Weight:
- Chestnut flour: 500g
- Eggs: 3
- Dairy milk: 500ml (or use almond milk for a dairy-free option)
- Unsalted butter: 50g (for cooking and greasing the pan)
- Organic sugar: 60g (or use preferred sweetener)
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Salt: a pinch
- Fresh fruit or chocolate for toppings (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 20 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine chestnut flour, eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well until a smooth batter is formed.
- Let the batter rest for 30 minutes.
- Heat a crepe pan or a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Grease the pan with a thin layer of butter.
- Pour a small amount of the batter into the pan to form a crepe.
- Cook until the edges begin to lift, then flip and cook the other side.
- Repeat with the remaining batter.
- Serve warm with fresh fruit or chocolate toppings.
Nutritional Information: (per crepe, assuming standard serving size)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 7g
- Fibre: 3g (based on the ingredients listed)
Dish Characteristics:
- Gluten-free and wheat-free.
- Suitable for those with dietary restrictions or allergies.
- Creamy and rich texture due to the chestnut flour.
- Can be customized with various toppings for different flavors.
User Comments:
- "These crepes were so delicious! The chestnut flour gave them a unique and rich flavor."
- "I made these for my gluten-free friend and she loved them. The texture was so smooth and the vanilla flavor was perfect."
- "I added some fresh strawberries and chocolate chips for toppings. It was a great combination!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure all ingredients are easily available in supermarkets in the United States.
- Use a non-stick pan for easier crepe making.
- Adjust the thickness of the crepes by adding more or less liquid to the batter as per preference.