Cream Cheese Crepe Filling
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Cream Cheese Crepe Filling
Description
Cream Cheese Crepe Filling blends whipped heavy cream and powdered sugar with softened cream cheese and vanilla extract. The whipped cream adds airiness and softness, while the cream cheese provides a thick, tangy base that holds the filling together. Gently folding the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture keeps the texture light and smooth.
The filling works best when spread on warm crepes that are cool enough to prevent melting the cream but still soft. It yields about 2 1/4 cups, enough for 8-9 medium to large crepes. The mildly sweet, creamy flavor pairs well with various toppings or fruit additions.
This filling can be stored in a sealed container refrigerated for up to 3 days. Allow it to come to room temperature before serving for optimal flavor and texture. Adjusting the cream and cream cheese ratios can modify the whipped cream presence in the filling's texture.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup heavy cream 30-36%, 180 g
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar 60g
- 8 ounces cream cheese full fat, 225 g
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Make whipped cream: Add heavy cream and powdered sugar into a medium bowl and whip it with a mixer until stiff (Start at low speed, when it's thickened increase the speed to medium, then beat it on high. Make sure to not overmix it, it's ready when you turn your whisk upside down and the whipped cream doesn't fall off and holds its shape).
- In another medium bowl, whisk cream cheese with vanilla extract, just until combined.
- Mix in cream cheese mixture with whipped cream, with a mixer slowly at low speed or fold it in gently with a spatula.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Allow crepes to cool slightly before spreading filling to prevent melting.
- This recipe fills approximately 8 to 9 medium or large crepes.
- Store filling in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Let filling sit at room temperature 30–60 minutes before serving for best taste.
- Optional: Add 1 teaspoon lemon juice for a touch of brightness.
- For a creamier texture, increase heavy cream to 1 cup and reduce cream cheese accordingly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 21/4 cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1360 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1360kcal | 68% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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