Whole wheat crepes with figs and pears

17/11/2023

Whole wheat crepes with figs and pears are a tasty and original idea for a healthy breakfast or a sweet and nutritious snack. Here’s how you can prepare them.

Ingredients

100 g of whole wheat flour
2 eggs
300 ml of milk (can be replaced with vegetable milk for a vegan version or for lactose intolerance)
A pinch of salt
Olive oil or butter for greasing the pan
3-4 fresh figs
2 ripe but firm pears
Honey or maple syrup to sweeten (optional)
Ground cinnamon (optional)
Ricotta or Greek yogurt to serve (optional)

Preparation

In a large bowl, sift the whole wheat flour and add a pinch of salt.
Make a well in the middle of the flour and break in the eggs. Start mixing with a whisk, gradually adding the milk to prevent lumps from forming.
Work the batter until it is smooth and homogeneous. Let the batter rest for about 30 minutes in the refrigerator to obtain softer crepes.
In the meantime, wash the figs and pears, then slice them thinly or dice them, depending on your preferences.
Heat a non-stick pan and lightly grease with olive oil or butter. Pour a ladle of batter and cook the crepe on both sides until it becomes golden brown.
Stack the crepes on a serving platter and add slices of fig and pear between the layers.
If desired, before serving, you can sprinkle the crepes with a bit of cinnamon, add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, and accompany with a quenelle of ricotta or a dollop of Greek yogurt.

If you prefer to give a more Mediterranean touch to the dish, you could add a bit of fresh goat cheese instead of ricotta or yogurt, and perhaps a pinch of freshly chopped rosemary to enhance the flavor of the figs.

Curiosity

Crepes have French origins and are famous all over the world for their versatility. They can be stuffed in a thousand ways, both sweet and savory. Whole wheat flour makes them richer in fibers and nutrients compared to the classic version, while fresh fruit adds a note of natural sweetness and many health benefits.