Strawberry Crepes With Cream Cheese Filling

Strawberry Crepes with Cream Cheese Filling

We have crepes on a fairly regular basis in our home. They are so easy to make and my kids LOVE them. They love rolling them up on their own, adding fun toppings, and covering them in mountains of whipped cream. Of all the different crepes we make, these strawberry crepes are the overwhelming favorite crepes in my family and it’s easy to see why. They are delicious! The strawberry cream filling is rich and decadent and when topped with fresh strawberries, these crepes can’t be beat!

What is a Crepe?

For those of you not familiar with crepes, they are basically really thin pancakes that are often folder over or rolled up and eaten. The word “crêpe” is of French origin and is pronounced krep” (rhymes with ‘step’) if you are from France or “krape” (rhymes with ‘grape’) if you are from the U.S.

Simple Crepe Recipe for Making Crepes

We have an entire post dedicated to making basic crepes so if you are looking for more detailed instructions on making crepes, our How To Make Crepes (And 25+ Crepe Filling Ideas) post is a great place to start. In a nutshell, crepes can be made in just 3 easy steps:

Strawberry Crepe Substitutes

The best thing about these strawberry crepes is that you can enjoy them in so many different ways. Making them with our yummy strawberry cream cheese mixture and homemade whipped cream is by far my favorite. Not a fan of strawberries? ANY fresh berries will work in this recipe as a substitute! Want to get even more creative? I have included some other delicious ideas for crepe recipes and crepe fillings below that are REALLY good too. If you have a good basic recipe, you have a door to endless flavor possibilities!

More Crepe Filling Ideas for Sweet or Savory Crepes

Sausage, scrambled eggs, and cheese (top with sour cream, cheese, and salsa) Cream cheese, whipped cream, and berries (topped with strawberry sauce, whipped cream & sprinkled with powdered sugar) Cottage cheese and strawberries or peaches Cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, and tomatoes Butter, cinnamon, and sugar Peanut butter and jelly Boiled eggs (sliced) and cooked asparagus (topped with hollandaise sauce) Custard and fruit Vanilla ice cream with caramel and chocolate sauce Banana and whipped cream Mousse and fruit or chocolate Ham and cheese Nutella Sauteed mushrooms & cheese Eggs, Cheese and Bacon (or whatever you would put in an omelet) Crab and cream cheese Fresh lemon juice and powdered sugar

Practice Makes Perfect

Below, we have included how to make crepes in a regular, shallow pan and also how to make them using a crepe maker. Don’t be discouraged if they aren’t perfect the first time. It takes a little practice. Also, I have found, the first crepe never seems to turn out right (I have the same problem with the first pancake… anyone else?) by the third or fourth crepe they are all come out nicely. Once you get a feel for when the crepes need to be flipped you will be good. Again, just be patient. READ NEXT: 33+ Breakfast Ideas