Apple pie crepe
- Vegetarian
- Energy Kcal 639
- Carbohydrates g 89
- of which sugars g 55.6
- Protein g 13.4
- Fats g 25.5
- of which saturated fat g 12.77
- Fiber g 4.9
- Cholesterol mg 123
- Sodium mg 177
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 30 min
- Cook time: 10 min
- Makes: 8 pieces
- Cost: Low
- Note + resting the batter in the refrigerator
PRESENTATION
The apple crepe cake is honestly a fantastic dessert, combining French elegance with that cozy apple pie vibe. Originating from French traditions, this cake layers delicate crepes with a filling that’s like your favorite apple pie. Imagine this: soft apples cooked just right with raisins, pine nuts, and a hefty sprinkle of cinnamon. So good, right? The crepes are infused with a hint of orange—really nice twist—which brightens up the fruity filling. This treat is a sweet blend of French techniques and Central European apple dessert goodness.
Whether you call it an apple crepe torta or an apple crepe dessert, it promises layers of golden crepes and a rich, tasty center that’s hard to resist. Perfect for parties or just because, this apple crepe dessert shines with unique flavors. Top it with dark chocolate ganache—fancy and so rich—and it pairs perfectly with the spiced apples. You don't need to be a pastry chef to love this—it's got a homemade feel that impresses, no question.
Known by many names, like apple crepe layer cake or apple crepe stack, it’s all about those soft apples, the crisp crepes, and how they just fit together. Serve it warm or at room temp, maybe with whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar, and you'll see why it stands out from the usual cakes. The flavors, the tender texture, plus that orange hint make this apple crepe cake super special. Really, really nice.
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INGREDIENTS
- Ingredients for the batter for 8 crepes with a diameter of 12 inches
- Whole milk 2.1 cups (500 ml)
- Type 00 flour 2 ¾ cups (350 g)
- Eggs 3 - (medium)
- Sugar 0.3 cup (60 g)
- Butter 3 tbsp (40 g)
- Orange peel 1
- Fine salt 1 pinch
- For the filling
- Royal Gala apples 2.2 lbs (1 kg)
- Raisins 0.67 cup (100 g)
- Pine nuts 7 tbsp (60 g)
- Brown sugar ½ cup (120 g)
- Butter 4 tbsp (60 g)
- Cinnamon powder 1 pinch
- Orange juice 1
- For garnishing
- Dark chocolate 3.5 oz (100 g)
- Fresh liquid cream 0.42 cup (100 ml)
How to prepare Apple pie crepe
To prepare apple pie crepes, start with the crepe batter. Pour the sifted flour into a bowl, add the milk 1, and mix. Then, add the sugar 2 and a pinch of salt. Work the mixture with a hand whisk until smooth and lump-free. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs 3
and add them to the batter 4. Also, add the zest of an orange by grating it directly into the bowl 5 and continue to mix, then add the melted butter 6,
then cover the batter with plastic wrap 7 and let it rest for at least half an hour in the fridge. Meanwhile, squeeze the orange juice 8 and strain it. Then, rinse the raisins and soak them in warm water to rehydrate 9,
then add the orange juice 10. Proceed to prepare the apples: remove the core with a corer 11, then peel them 12
and cut them in half 13, then slice them thinly, about a quarter inch thick 14; as you slice them, you can place them in a bowl of cold water and lemon to prevent browning, and then drain them well before cooking. In a large pan, melt the butter, add the brown sugar 15, and stir briefly with a spatula.
and stir briefly with a spatula. Then add the apple slices 16, stir and caramelize them, sprinkle with cinnamon 17. Cook for a few moments, then drain the raisins reserving the soaking liquid and add them to the apples 18. Also, pour in 2 tablespoons of the liquid in which you soaked the raisins and cook over medium heat
until creating a sauce: the apples should be soft but not disintegrated 19. Then, proceed with the dark chocolate ganache: coarsely chop the chocolate 20, and add it to the cream previously poured into a saucepan 21.
Turn on the low heat and stir until the chocolate has melted 22; for more information on the procedure, you can consult the ganache cream recipe. Set the sauce aside while you start preparing the crepes: take the batter out of the fridge and stir. Heat a crepe pan or a non-stick pan 12 inches in diameter (you can lightly grease it with butter or a little oil). Pour a ladle of batter 23 and spread it over the entire surface by rotating the pan 24
Cook the crepe for about a minute, then gently detach it with a spatula 25 or a wooden spatula to turn the crepe to the other side and cook for another minute. Continue in the same way until the batter is finished. Once the crepes are ready, you can fill them: place some filling on one half of each crepe, also add a teaspoon of pine nuts 26, and close it into a half-moon shape 27.
Further fold each crepe into a triangle 28 and once ready 29, decorate it with the chocolate ganache before serving 30. Your apple pie crepes are ready to be enjoyed!