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Buckwheat Crepes with Ricotta, Berries and Honey

This easy crepe batter can be made the night before for a quick and delicious breakfast or as a special treat/healthy dessert after dinner. The crepes can even be made ahead and separated by sheets of plastic wrap.

Difficulty
Moderate
Cook Time
<5 Minutes
Cuisine
Mediterranean, French
Prep Time
11-20 Minutes
Servings
8

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cup Buckwheat Flour
  • 10 fl oz water (11/4 cups)
  • 3 medium Eggs
  • 1 tbsp Canola Oil
  • 1 dash Sea Salt
  • 4 cup, thawed Frozen mixed berries , or fresh if available
  • 1/2 cup Ricotta cheese
  • 2 tbsp Honey , local if available
  • 3/4 cup 1% Lowfat Milk

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

  • Calories 193 kcal
  • Total Fat 6.24 g
  • Saturated Fat 2.200 g
  • Trans Fat 0.010 g
  • Sodium 72 mg
  • Total Carbohydrates 29.38 g
  • Dietary Fiber 4.2 g
  • Sugars 11.13 g
  • Protein 7.43 g
  • Cholesterol 70 mg
  • Vitamin A 252 IU
  • Vitamin C 45.5 mg
  • Calcium 96 mg
  • Iron 1.97 mg

Directions

  1. Mix the eggs, oil, milk, and water in a large bowl.
  2. Add the salt and the buckwheat flour.
  3. Whisk until just incorporated and there are no lumps. Allow to sit for 10 minutes before cooking.
  4. Place a small, nonstick pan over medium heat and spray with cooking spray.
  5. Ladle about 2 oz of crepe batter and swirl around the pan.
  6. Cook 30 seconds and flip onto other side with a rubber spatula, cook another 30 seconds.
  7. Serve with some berries, 1 TBS of ricotta, and lightly drizzle some honey on top,