Description
Vanilla & Speculoos Crêpe Cake is a stunning layered dessert made with delicate vanilla crêpes stacked with creamy Speculoos (cookie butter) filling. Each bite is silky, spiced, and sweet — a showstopping treat perfect for special occasions or afternoon indulgence.
Ingredients
- For the Crêpes:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Speculoos Cream Filling:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz mascarpone or cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup Speculoos cookie butter (like Biscoff)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For Assembly:
- 1/4 cup crushed Speculoos cookies (for topping)
- Extra cookie butter (optional, for drizzle)
Instructions
- Make the Crêpes: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, whisking until smooth. Let the batter rest for 20–30 minutes.
- Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat. Lightly grease it and pour 1/4 cup of batter, swirling to coat the pan evenly. Cook for 1–2 minutes until edges lift easily, then flip and cook the other side for 30 seconds. Repeat until all crêpes are made (about 15–18 crêpes). Let cool completely.
- Make the Speculoos Cream: In a large mixing bowl, beat heavy cream until soft peaks form. In another bowl, beat mascarpone (or cream cheese), cookie butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold the whipped cream into the mixture until fluffy and combined.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one crêpe on a serving plate and spread a thin, even layer of Speculoos cream on top. Repeat the process, stacking crêpes and cream until all layers are used. End with a layer of cream on top.
- Finish: Chill for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to set. Before serving, top with crushed Speculoos cookies and drizzle with melted cookie butter if desired.
Notes
- Let the crêpes cool fully before layering to prevent melting the cream.
- Can be made a day ahead — flavors develop beautifully overnight.
- Use Nutella or caramel spread as an alternative filling.
- Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering and Chilling
- Cuisine: French