Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup Grand Marnier
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- Vanilla ice cream (optional)
Special equipment needed:
- Non-stick skillet
- Zester
- Juicer
- Small saucepan
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
2. In another mixing bowl, beat the eggs and then add the milk, Grand Marnier, melted butter, and orange zest. Mix well.
3. Gradually add the flour mixture to the egg mixture, whisking until smooth.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter into the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom of the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until the edges start to brown. Flip the crêpe and cook for another 30 seconds. Repeat with the remaining batter.
5. In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice, sugar, and butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture has thickened slightly.
6. Fold each crêpe in half, then in half again to form a triangle. Place the crêpes in the saucepan with the orange sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes, turning once, until the crêpes are coated in the sauce.
7. Serve the crêpes hot with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Skillet: medium-high heat
Saucepan: medium heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 416
Fat per serving: 20g
Saturated fat per serving: 12g
Carbohydrates per serving: 46g
Sugar per serving: 24g
Protein per serving: 8g
Sodium per serving: 214mg
Cholesterol per serving: 174mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- All-purpose flour: Gluten-free flour
- Grand Marnier: Cointreau or Triple Sec
- Orange zest: Lemon zest
- Vanilla ice cream: Whipped cream
Variations:
- Chocolate Crêpe Suzette: Add 1/4 cup of cocoa powder to the batter and serve with chocolate sauce instead of orange sauce.
- Strawberry Crêpe Suzette: Serve with sliced strawberries and whipped cream instead of ice cream.
Tips and tricks:
- To prevent the crêpes from sticking to the skillet, make sure the skillet is well-greased or use a non-stick skillet.
- If the batter is too thick, add a little more milk to thin it out.
- To make the crêpes ahead of time, stack them with a sheet of wax paper between each crêpe and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover crêpes and sauce separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the crêpes in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in a skillet over low heat. Reheat the sauce in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the crêpes on a plate and pour the sauce over them. Garnish with orange slices and mint leaves.
Garnishes:
- Orange slices
- Mint leaves
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Champagne
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Mixed green salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crêpes are too thick, add more milk to the batter.
- If the crêpes are too thin, add more flour to the batter.
- If the crêpes are sticking to the skillet, make sure the skillet is well-greased or use a non-stick skillet.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the eggs are fully cooked before serving.
- Store leftover crêpes and sauce separately in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Food history:
Crêpe Suzette is a French dessert that originated in the late 19th century. It is said to have been created by a young chef named Henri Charpentier, who accidentally set a pan of crêpes on fire while cooking for a group of British diners. To salvage the dish, he added orange juice, sugar, and Grand Marnier to the pan, creating a delicious sauce that he named after one of the diners, Suzette.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, tangy, and buttery.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the crêpes hot with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Pair with coffee, tea, or champagne.
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Region: French
Taste: Sweet, Buttery, Orangey, Creamy, Caramelized