Give your next crepe the creamy filling it deserves!
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Who doesn’t love a good crepe? If you can make a good one, you’ll have the most exquisite of breakfast foods to enjoy. Of course, there’s always the question of what to put inside the crepe. To help you solve that problem, we have this recipe for cream cheese crepe filling. It’s as quick and simple as any recipe you’re likely to find and will give the inside of your crepe a sweet and savory filling.
When it comes to breakfast foods, it’s hard to go wrong with cream cheese. This crepe filling improves regular cream cheese with a little bit of lemon, vanilla, and whipped cream. It’s so sweet that you’ll think you’re eating dessert for breakfast. Isn’t that part of the appeal of crepes anyway? At the same time, you can still add fruit to your cream cheese crepe filling to add a little more flavor and sweetness to your breakfast.
Of course, there are so many options with crepes that you don’t have to stick to this recipe. You can also try a recipe for healthy whole wheat crepes or even paleo crepes, which are far easier to make than you might think. If you’re a true lover of crepes, you should explore other options, including pistachio crepe cake and crepe cake with chocolate ganache.
Is Cream Cheese Crepe Filling Healthy?
Cream cheese crepe filling isn’t going to be healthy for every diet. Between the cream cheese, the whipped cream, and the powdered sugar, there is a considerable amount of fat and saturated fat in the recipe. There is also a lack of vitamins and nutrients, limiting the nutritional value of this recipe. Therefore, health-conscious people should try to enjoy this recipe in moderation. However, by using low-fat cream cheese and limiting the powdered sugar and whipped cream, you can reduce the fat content a little.
Mix Carefully
Over-mixing is one of the biggest concerns with this recipe. If you’re not careful, it can turn into butter rather than a tasty crepe filling. You can either whisk slowly or fold over the mixture using a spatula. You’ll know when it’s ready when you hold the whisk upside down and the cream cheese mixed with whipped cream is solid enough that it doesn’t fall off. It can also be a good idea to leave the mixture in the fridge for a half hour so it becomes easier to spread. Also, don’t spread the filling on hot crepes; otherwise, the whipped cream could melt.
INGREDIENTS
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
INSTRUCTIONS
Blend
Beat cream cheese mixture until fluffy.
Whip
Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks.
Combine
Fold whipped cream into the cream cheese blend.
Devour!
FAQs & Tips
In the fridge, cream cheese crepe filling will stay good for up to three days. It’s best to take it out of the fridge and let it sit on the counter for 30 minutes before spreading it onto crepes.
Yes, if you want to. Fruits like strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries all pair well with this crepe filling.
Serving Suggestions
Your breakfast doesn’t have to be crepes alone. For instance, soft scrambled eggs can be a great complement for crepes. You can also try making crepes with air fryer cinnamon rolls on the side. If you think your breakfast is missing a little meat, we might recommend heating up some microwave bacon or mixing things up with baked brown-sugar bacon. Finally, there’s nothing wrong with making traditional breakfast potatoes or perhaps air fryer breakfast potatoes.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Using an electric mixer, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice in a large bowl until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with an electric mixer until it forms stiff peaks.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
- Chill the crepe filling in the refrigerator until ready to use, allowing the flavors to meld and the filling to firm up slightly.
Nutrition Info:
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