Preparation time: 35mins // Serves 4
Coconut Crepes
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¾ cup plain unbleached flour
- ¼ cup quiona flakes
- 1½ cups light coconut milk
- 2 tbs apple sauce
- 1-2 tsp maple syrup
- ¼ cup cold water
Combine the flour, baking soda and quiona flakes in a large bowl with a tiny pinch of salt. In a separate bowl whisk the coconut milk with the apple sauce and maple syrup. Gradually add the coconut milk mixture to the flour mixture, whisking until smooth and then whisk in the cold water.
Heat a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. When the pan in hot carefully pour a ladle of the crepe batter in a circular motion on to the surface of the frying pan, picking up the pan and rotate it around until the batter spreads out thinly.
Watch the crepe carefully in about 40-50 seconds you will notice the edges start to crisp and curly up slightly. Using a plastic knife or fork carefully lift the edges and very gently turn the crepe using a wide spatula.
Cook the other side for 30 seconds before sliding the crepe from the pan onto a warm plate. Cover and keep warm while you repeat the same steps with the remaining batter.
Banana Almond Cream
- 50g (2oz) raw almonds (preferably soaked overnight)
- 4 frozen sugar bananas (or 2 regular bananas)
- 3 fresh dates, pitted
- 2 tbs light coconut milk
In a food processor combine all ingredients until smooth and creamy.
Coconut Crepes w/ Tropical Fruits & Banana Almond Cream
- 600g (21oz) fresh fruit, choppedĀ {we used pineapple, blueberries, banana and rockmelon (cantaloupe)}Ā or try tinned fruits or a fruit compote
- Coconut Crepes [as prepared above]
- Banana Almond Cream [as prepared above]
to serve (optional)
- fresh mint leaves
- extra maple syrup
The crepes can be assembled two ways. Either layer the crepes with the fruit and banana almond cream finishing with a layer of fruit and a dollop of cream on top. Or fill the crepes with a little fruit and banana almond cream and then roll them up, adding a dollop of cream on top.
Enjoy this healthy and delicious crepe recipe as a scrumptious and fruity start to your day!
