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Orange Crepes with Citrus Blueberry Sauce and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Recipe

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4.9 from 86 reviews
  • Author: Mariam
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 crepes 1x

Description

Delight in these tender Orange Crepes made with a tangy blueberry kefir batter, cooked to soft perfection, and coated in a luscious homemade orange sauce infused with citrus zest, preserves, and a hint of cinnamon. Served warm and topped with creamy vanilla bean ice cream, this recipe offers a sophisticated, fruity dessert perfect for brunch or a special treat.

Ingredients

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Crepe Batter

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Blueberry Kefir
  • 1/4 cup Whole Milk plus 2 tbsp
  • 1 tbsp Cane sugar
  • 2 Eggs
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter (melted) plus more for cooking the crepes
  • Pinch of salt

Orange Sauce & Topping

  • 8 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 1 Orange zest
  • 1 Lemon zest
  • 4 tbsp Cane sugar
  • 4 tbsp Blueberry preserves
  • 3/4 cup Fresh Orange juice
  • Pinch of cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp Orange liquor (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Vanilla Bean Ice Cream (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Melt Butter: Melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter carefully until fully liquid.
  2. Prepare Batter: Combine the flour, pinch of salt, cane sugar, eggs, melted butter, blueberry kefir, and whole milk in a blender.
  3. Blend Mixture: Blend all ingredients until the batter is completely smooth and free of lumps.
  4. Chill Batter: Refrigerate the batter for 10 minutes to allow it to rest and thicken slightly.
  5. Preheat Pan: Heat an 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly butter the surface to prevent sticking.
  6. Cook Crepes: Using a 1/4 cup measure, pour batter into the pan and immediately swirl to evenly spread into a thin layer.
  7. Flip and Finish: Cook each crepe for about 1 minute per side until cooked through but still soft, avoiding crispy edges.
  8. Fold Crepes: Remove and fold each crepe into a triangle shape for serving.
  9. Make Sauce: In a large skillet, combine 8 tablespoons of butter, orange juice, cane sugar, blueberry preserves, orange liqueur (if using), cinnamon, salt, orange zest, and lemon zest. Bring to a simmer and cook 10 minutes until sauce slightly thickens.
  10. Coat Crepes: Add the folded crepes into the skillet with the sauce and gently coat them in the warm, citrusy sauce.
  11. Serve: Plate the crepes topped with extra orange zest, a sprinkle of cane sugar, generous spoonfuls of the sauce, and a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream for a heavenly finish.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use fresh citrus juice and zest.
  • Ensure the crepes remain soft rather than crispy to fully absorb the sauce.
  • Orange liquor is optional but adds a wonderful depth of flavor to the sauce.
  • Use a nonstick pan for easy flipping and perfect crepes.
  • Resting the batter improves texture and prevents tearing during cooking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: French

Keywords: orange crepes, blueberry kefir crepes, citrus crepes, homemade crepes, crêpes with orange sauce, vanilla ice cream crepes, fruit crepes dessert

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