Crêpes à la citrouille, or pumpkin crêpes, are a delicious seasonal twist on the classic French crêpe. They combine the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with the light, delicate texture of crêpes. Here's a recipe to make them:
Ingredients:
For the Crêpes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ¼ cups milk
- ½ cup pumpkin purée
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- A pinch of salt
- Butter or oil for the pan
For the Filling (Optional):
- Whipped cream, maple syrup, or a sweet cream cheese filling
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Additional toppings like nuts, caramel sauce, or fresh fruit
Instructions:
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Prepare the Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin purée, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
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Cook the Crêpes:
- Heat a non-stick skillet or crêpe pan over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour about ¼ cup of batter into the center of the pan, tilting and swirling the pan to spread the batter evenly into a thin layer.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges begin to lift and the bottom is lightly golden. Flip the crêpe and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side.
- Transfer the crêpe to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, stacking the crêpes as you go.
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Serve:
- Serve the crêpes warm, filled with your favorite toppings or fillings. Dust with powdered sugar and enjoy!
These crêpes are perfect for a cozy autumn breakfast or dessert, bringing the comforting flavors of pumpkin spice to your table.