CREPE CAKE WITH ESPRESSO CHOCOLATE GLAZE

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Not a cake but a large stack of crepes, this dessert is delicious but not overly sweet. The crepes are mildly chocolate-flavored, but the majority of the flavor comes from the glaze.

Provided by Hannah Verrinder

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup melted butter or 1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup cocoa powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
4 cups milk
4 eggs
3 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate
1/2 cup cocoa, sifted
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 cup hot water
3 teaspoons espresso powder
1 dash salt
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup powdered sugar (approximate)
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine all crepe ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Allow batter to rest in the refrigerator at least half an hour.
  • In a small bowl, dissolve espresso powder in water. (If you don't dissolve the espresso powder, the glaze will be grainy).
  • In a medium saucepan, melt chocolate over medium-low heat.
  • Add remaining ingredients and whisk thoroughly until smooth.
  • Heat until just boiling, then remove from heat and scrape glaze into a bowl. Refrigerate until batter has finished resting.
  • Bring an 8" non-stick pan to medium heat (allow about 3 minutes for heat-up time).
  • Spray pan with cooking spray. Pour in a few tablespoons of batter and quickly tilt the pan so that the batter covers the bottom of the pan in a very thin layer.
  • Cook crepe until edges barely start to peel away from pan.
  • Gently slide a long metal offset spatula under the crepe and flip it over.
  • Cook crepe just another minute and slide onto a plate.
  • Spread crepe with a thin layer of glaze.
  • Cook another crepe, stack on top of the first, and spread with a bit of butter.
  • Cook another crepe, add to the stack, and sprinkle with powdered sugar using a sifter or strainer.
  • Repeat this sequence until batter runs out, leaving top crepe bare.
  • Spread remaining glaze over top crepe and allow it to drip down the sides.
  • Slice with a sharp knife and serve. The cake will keep in the refrigerator for at least a day.

Rehaana Fagodien
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Overall, I thought this crepe cake was a bit disappointing. It was a lot of work to make and the results were just okay.


Mercy Muriuki
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The crepes in this cake were a bit too thick for my liking. I think I'll try using a thinner batter next time.


Jessica Capone
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This crepe cake is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Dclew Sp
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I love the flavor combination of espresso and chocolate in this crepe cake. It's a unique and delicious dessert that I'll definitely be making again.


Sabuj agro
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This crepe cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's a showstopper dessert that will impress your guests.


DLS DUDE
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I'm not a huge fan of crepes, but this crepe cake changed my mind. The crepes are so thin and delicate, and the filling is rich and creamy.


Mtanvir Ahmedmilon
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The espresso chocolate glaze on this crepe cake is to die for! It's the perfect balance of sweet and bitter.


Ali Antor
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This crepe cake is so impressive looking, but it's actually quite easy to make. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Alkanah Gill
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I've made this crepe cake several times now and it always turns out perfectly. The recipe is easy to follow and the results are always delicious.


Olaborede Doris
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This crepe cake was a hit at my dinner party! The espresso chocolate glaze was the perfect finishing touch.


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