Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Crêpe Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, milk, and melted butter until smooth. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a little butter to coat. Pour a small ladle of batter into the pan, swirling to create a thin layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes until edges lift, then flip and cook for another minute. Continue this until all batter is used, stacking crêpes to cool.
Vanilla Cream Preparation
- In a separate bowl, pour in the heavy cream and add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer, whip the cream on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. If using cream cheese, first beat it smooth, then fold in whipped cream until fully combined.
Speculoos Layer Preparation
- Warm the Speculoos spread in a microwave-safe bowl for about 15-20 seconds until slightly warm and fluid. Stir well to ensure smoothness for easier spreading.
Cake Assembly
- Place one crêpe on a serving plate. Spread a thin layer of vanilla cream, followed by a dollop of Speculoos spread. Add another crêpe and repeat the layering process until all crêpes are stacked.
Chill the Cake
- Cover the crêpe cake loosely with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and layers to set.
Finishing Touch
- Dust powdered sugar generously over the top using a fine sieve. Sprinkle crushed Speculoos cookies for added texture, then slice and serve chilled.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure layers are thin for an elegant presentation. Serve chilled for best results.
