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Ingredients
For the Crepes (makes about 20–22 thin crepes):
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups whole milk (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For Pistachio Cream Filling:
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream (chilled)
- ½ cup mascarpone cheese (or cream cheese)
- ½ cup pistachio paste (or finely ground unsalted pistachios blended into a paste)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Chocolate Ganache Topping:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 200 g dark chocolate (chopped or chips)
- 1 tbsp butter (optional, for shine)
Garnish:
- Chopped pistachios
- Chocolate shavings or curls
- Dusting of cocoa powder (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Chocolate Crepes
- In a blender, combine milk, eggs, vanilla, melted butter, cocoa powder, sugar, flour, and salt. Blend until smooth and lump-free.
- Refrigerate the batter for 30 minutes to rest.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.
- Pour about ¼ cup batter into the pan, swirl quickly to coat the base evenly.
- Cook for 30–40 seconds until the edges lift, flip carefully, and cook the other side for 15–20 seconds.
- Stack crepes on a plate with parchment paper between them. Let them cool.
Step 2: Prepare Pistachio Cream Filling
- In a large chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Add mascarpone cheese, pistachio paste, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Whip again until stiff peaks form. Keep refrigerated until use.
Step 3: Assemble the Crepe Cake
- Place one crepe on a serving platter.
- Spread a thin layer of pistachio cream filling on top.
- Layer another crepe, followed by cream filling. Repeat until all crepes are stacked (about 20 layers).
- Finish with a crepe on top, then press gently to stabilize the cake.
Step 4: Make Chocolate Ganache
- Heat heavy cream until just simmering.
- Pour over chopped chocolate and let sit for 1 minute.
- Stir until smooth, then add butter if desired for shine.
- Let ganache cool slightly before pouring over the crepe cake.
Step 5: Garnish & Chill
- Pour ganache over the top of the cake, letting it drip slightly down the sides.
- Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and chocolate curls.
- Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours (overnight is best) before slicing.
✅ Serving Suggestion
- Serve chilled with extra whipped cream or a drizzle of pistachio paste.
- Each slice reveals stunning layers of chocolate crepes and pistachio cream – perfect for special occasions!