Let’s look into the delicious world of Sweet and Smoky Bacon Chocolate Crêpes. This dish perfectly combines the rich sweetness of chocolate with the savory, smoky flavor of bacon, making it an irresistible treat for breakfast or dessert. I’m excited to share this recipe with you, along with some tips on how to make your crêpes light and fluffy!
Sweet and Smoky Bacon Chocolate Crepes
Decadent chocolate crepes filled with a rich chocolate filling and topped with smoky candied bacon, offering a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors.
Prep: 20 min | Cook: 30 min | Total: 50 min
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 4 ounces dark chocolate, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Lay bacon slices on the wire rack. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cayenne pepper. Sprinkle mixture evenly over bacon. Bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy. Let cool and chop into pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, water, melted butter, and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.
- Heat a lightly oiled non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter into the skillet, swirling to spread evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining batter.
- In a bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and cinnamon until stiff peaks form.
- To assemble, spread melted dark chocolate on each crepe, add whipped cream, and sprinkle candied bacon pieces. Fold or roll crepes and serve.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 28g
- Carbs: 38g
- Protein: 10g
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Facebook PinterestFirst, let’s gather the ingredients. For the crêpe batter, you’ll need the following:
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups of milk
- 2 tablespoons of melted butter
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
For the filling, I recommend:
- 4 strips of crispy bacon
- 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips
- A drizzle of maple syrup (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Now, let’s prepare the crêpe batter. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, eggs, milk, melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Allow the batter to rest for about 30 minutes; this step is necessary as it helps to create a more tender crêpe.
While the batter rests, I like to cook the bacon. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon strips until they are crispy and golden brown. Once cooked, place them on a paper towel to absorb any excess grease. Once they have cooled a bit, I chop them into small pieces. The smoky aroma permeates the kitchen and is a wonderful prelude to what’s coming!
Next, it’s time to make the crêpes. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat it with butter or cooking spray. Pour a ladle of the crêpe batter into the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom evenly. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the edges begin to lift and the bottom is set, then flip and cook for another minute on the other side. Repeat this process until all the batter is used up, stacking the crêpes on a plate as you go.
Now comes the best part: assembling the crêpes! Place one crêpe on a plate, sprinkle a generous amount of chocolate chips along the center, followed by chopped bacon. You can add a drizzle of maple syrup here if you’d like! Fold the crêpe over the filling and then in half again. I enjoy dusting the top with powdered sugar for a beautiful finishing touch.
Serve your Sweet and Smoky Bacon Chocolate Crêpes warm, and watch them disappear! These crêpes are a delightful blend of flavors and textures—sweet, salty, and smoky all in one bite! I can’t wait for you to try this recipe and share it with your family and friends. Happy cooking!
