Mexican Chocolate and Dulce De Leche Crepes Torte

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 5
Indulge in the rich and tempting Mexican Chocolate and Dulce De Leche Crepes Torte
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 pinch salt
2 1/2 cups milk , plus
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
6 large eggs , lightly beaten
4 tablespoons melted butter , plus more for brushing
1 1/8 cups heavy cream
10 ounces bittersweet chocolate , chopped
1 teaspoon cinnamon
4 large egg yolks
1 1/2 cups dulce de leche
confectioners ' sugar , for dusting

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12-14
Calories
400-450
Sugar
12-15g
Fat
18-22g
Mexican Chocolate and Dulce De Leche Crepes Torte is a rich and luscious dessert that combines the flavors of chocolate and caramel. It is a perfect treat for chocolate lovers. The crepes are light and fluffy, and the chocolate custard is decadent and smooth. Dulce de leche adds a caramel flavor to the dish, which unites all the ingredients beautifully. The dish is an excellent option for potlucks, dinner parties, and festive occasions. It is easy to prepare and looks great on the serving table.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
2.Gradually add in 2 1/2 cups milk, pure vanilla extract, lightly beaten eggs, and melted butter. Mix until smooth.
3.Preheat a crepe pan or non-stick skillet on medium heat. Brush the pan with melted butter.
4.Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the pan and swirl it around to make a thin crepe. Cook for 1 minute or until the edges start to curl up. Flip the crepe with a spatula and cook for another 15 seconds.
5.Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have 12-14 crepes. Set them aside.
6.In a medium-sized saucepan, heat up 1 1/8 cups heavy cream until it starts steaming.
7.Add chopped bittersweet chocolate and cinnamon to the saucepan. Mix them until the chocolate gets melted and the mixture is smooth.
8.In a separate mixing bowl, whisk 4 large egg yolks and 1/2 cup of hot chocolate mixture together. Add this mixture to the saucepan and stir to combine. Cook on low heat for 3-4 minutes or until the mixture turns into a custard.
9.Remove the saucepan from heat and let the custard cool down.
10.Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a cake tin with parchment paper and set it aside.
11.Lay a crepe on a flat surface. Spread 2 tablespoons of dulce de leche evenly across the crepe. Repeat this step with the remaining crepes.
12.Roll the crepes into a tight wrap and set them in the prepared cake tin.
13.Pour the chocolate custard on top of the wrapped crepes and smooth it with a spatula.
14.Bake the crepes for 25-30 minutes or until the custard sets.
15.Remove the crepes from the oven and let it cool down. Dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.

PROS

Mexican Chocolate and Dulce De Leche Crepes Torte is a perfect dessert for sweet tooths.

It is a great treat for festivals or special occasions.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat.

It contains a considerable amount of sugar, which makes it less ideal for people with diabetes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it does contain ingredients such as milk, eggs, and cinnamon, which have some health benefits.
Milk is a great source of calcium and vitamin D, essential for bone health.
Eggs are high in protein and vital for building muscles.
Cinnamon can lower blood sugar levels, reduce inflammation, and treat bacterial infections.

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