French Treat – Tnextrecipes

Creating a French-inspired treat can be a delightful culinary adventure. Here’s a recipe for a classic French treat: Crêpes Suzette. These delicate crêpes are bathed in a delicious orange-infused sauce, making them perfect for a special occasion or a decadent dessert.

Ingredients:

For the Crêpes:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• Pinch of salt
• Butter or oil for cooking

For the Suzette Sauce:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup sugar
• Zest of 1 orange
• Juice of 2 oranges
• 1/4 cup Grand Marnier or Cointreau (optional for a boozy twist)
• Vanilla ice cream (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crêpe Batter:
   • In a blender, combine flour, eggs, milk, water, melted butter, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.
   • Let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes to allow the flour to hydrate.
2. Cook the Crêpes:
   • Heat a non-stick skillet or crêpe pan over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter or oil to coat the pan.
   • Pour a ladleful of batter into the pan, swirling it around to spread the batter thinly and evenly.
   • Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden brown. Flip the crêpe and cook the other side briefly. Repeat with the remaining batter.
3. Prepare the Suzette Sauce:
   • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add sugar and orange zest, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
   • Squeeze the juice of two oranges into the saucepan, straining out any seeds or pulp.
   • Optional: Carefully add Grand Marnier or Cointreau to the sauce for a boozy flavor. Be cautious as the alcohol may ignite briefly (flambé).
   • Simmer the sauce for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
4. Assemble Crêpes Suzette:
   • Fold the crêpes into quarters or roll them into cylinders.
   • Dip each crêpe into the warm Suzette sauce to coat it generously.
   • Arrange the coated crêpes on a serving plate.
5. Serve:
   • Serve the Crêpes Suzette warm, drizzled with additional sauce from the pan.
   • Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top for a delicious contrast of warm crêpes and cold ice cream.

Enjoy this elegant and indulgent French treat with your loved ones, and savor the delicate flavors of orange and buttery goodness!