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Never Say Never to Dolce
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Manuela’s Sweet Temptations
A collection of 50 irresistible dessert recipes, from classic Italian treats to modern favorites—including gluten-free options.
The Complete Italian Cookbook: Essential Regional Cooking of Italy
A collection of 50 irresistible dessert recipes, from classic Italian treats to modern favorites—including gluten-free options.
How to Make Crêpes with Chocolate Hearts
These delicate and delicious chocolate heart crêpes are perfect for a special Valentine’s Day breakfast or dessert, with a touch of chocolate swirled into every bite!
Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to treat your loved ones (…or yourself!) to something special, and these delicious crepes with chocolate hearts are just the thing!
Delicate, thin, and filled with swirls of rich chocolate, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious. Whether you’re making them for breakfast in bed or a romantic dessert, this simple recipe will impress.
But making picture-perfect chocolate hearts on your crêpes requires a little technique. Don’t worry—I’ve got you covered!
The Trick to Perfect Chocolate Heart Crêpes
Here is the trick to make it work: keep the temperature of the griddle or skillet much lower than usual until you add the chocolate dots and swirl them into hearts.
This gives you time to shape them without the batter setting too quickly. Once the hearts are formed, increase the heat to cook the crêpe properly on both sides. This method ensures clean, well-defined designs while keeping the crêpes light and tender.
Tips & Recommendations for the Best Crêpes
1. Use the Right Pan or Tool:
A non-stick skillet (8-10 inches) or an electric crêpe maker works best for achieving thin, evenly cooked crêpes.
2. Get the Batter Just Right
- The batter should be thin and smooth, similar to heavy cream. If it’s too thick, add a bit more water until it reaches the right consistency.
- If you have the time, let the batter rest for at least 15 minutes before cooking—this helps the flour fully absorb the liquid and results in a softer crêpe.
3. Create Beautiful Chocolate Hearts
- Mix a small amount of batter with chocolate spread before starting.
- Use a squeeze bottle, piping bag, or even a small spoon to create the dots.
- Swirl them gently with a toothpick or skewer to shape hearts.
4. Flip with Confidence
- Once the edges start to lift and the crêpe is mostly set, use a thin spatula to carefully flip it over.
5. Serve with Love
- Spread extra chocolate spread or strawberry jam for a festive touch.
- Pair these chocolate heart crêpes with whipped cream, vanilla gelato, or a drizzle of warm chocolate sauce for an irresistible Valentine’s Day treat.
Happy Valentine’s Day and happy crêpe-making!
Other Valentine’s Day recipes you might like:
Strawberry and Mascarpone Cream Cake Roll
How to Make Crêpes with Chocolate Hearts
These delicate and delicious chocolate heart crêpes are perfect for a special Valentine’s Day breakfast or dessert, with a touch of chocolate swirled into every bite!
Servings:
4
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Resting Time
Total Time
25 min
Ingredients
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons (25g) sugar
- pinch of salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (120ml) milk
- ½ cup (120ml) water (as needed)
- 2 tablespoons (30g) chocolate spread, plus more for spreading
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, add the flour, sugar, and salt and whisk to combine. Gradually whisk in the milk until combined. Add the eggs and mix until smooth. Slowly add water until you reach a thin, pourable consistency.
- Remove ¼ cup (about 60ml) of the batter and mix it with the chocolate spread.
- Heat a non-stick pan or crepe pan on low heat and pour a thin layer of plain batter.
- Using a piping bag drop small dots of the chocolate batter over the crêpe and swirl them into heart shapes.
- Increase the heat slightly and cook until set. Flip and cook the other side briefly.
- Spread with extra chocolate spread or jam, fold, and serve warm.
