How to Make Banana and Nutella Crepe at Home

Perfectly thin, tender, and authentic crepe sounds like a delicious idea for dessert. But we are not talking about just any crepe; it is everyone’s favorite banana and Nutella crepe. You can make it for breakfast and as a dessert any time of the day and enjoy it with your loved ones.

It’s a misconception that crepes are difficult to make. Actually, they’re pretty simple. If you’re worried that you can’t make a perfect one, then you’re in the right place.

It’s so easy and quick to make, and you can cook it anytime. It will become our family’s favorite snack. Crepes can be eaten with anything, but Nutella and banana is the best choice.

Origin of Crepe

Crepes were originally derived from the French region named Breton. During the early Middle Ages, not many foods grew in Breton. Then, in the 12th century, traders brought a new crop there, Buckwheat.

This grain is high in Protein and Fiber and was added to the local’s diet, and that boasted their health. One way of using that grain was to grind it into the flour and mix it with eggs and milk.

They poured this mixture on a heated cast iron plate in a wood-burning fireplace. Each side of the crepe resembles the surface of the moon, and its edges would curl, and that’s how the crepe got its name.

Banana Nutella Crepe Ingredients

The ingredients you’re gonna need for these crepes are very easily available. You’ll need three eggs, one and a half cups of milk, a pinch of salt, all-purpose flour about one cup, and melted butter about one teaspoon.

Banana And Nutella Crepe Recipe

Start by adding eggs in a bowl and whisk them for at least 2 minutes. Then add milk, salt, strained flour, and melted butter and give it a nice mix. Cover it with a cling sheet and let it chill for 2 hours. Now, it will give you a smooth, heavy syrup consistency. 

Oil your hot pan, pour almost one-third of the batter into it, and spread it all around. You need to cook it for thirty seconds  on medium. When the edges start to light up, flip it, cook the other side for 15 seconds, and remove from the pan.

Repeat the process to make more. Spread Nutella on half side, put banana pieces on top, and roll it. Garnish with chocolate sauce and powdered sugar.

Tips for Making Banana and Nutella Crepes

Crepes or pancakes, whatever you want to call them, are super easy to make yet appetizing. Here are some really quick tips you can use to have flavorsome crepes.

• Make sure the consistency of the batter is super smooth so it can easily spread on the pan.
• Ensure your pan is warmed up before you pour the mixture into it.
• Spread the batter by using your wrist. Angle your wrist from one side to the other so that your batter sweeps around the pan to make a nice base.
• Carefully use your hands or chopstick to flip it.
• Make sure the flames are on the medium to avoid burning them.
• Cook it until it gets lovely, light golden, and soft.

Why is Banana and Nutella Crepe a Good Combination?

Whenever you’re craving a yummy dessert and are also quick to make, crepes would be your best choice. And why not eat it with Nutella spread and bananas on top? Nutella and bananas are considered a luscious combo, so let’s try them with crepe and make them more amazing. Once you try it, you’re never gonna turn your back on it.

Banana And Nutella Crepes Nutrition

About its nutrition, if you eat one medium banana nutella crepe, it has around 400 calories, fat about 15 grams, protein about six grams, and about 70 grams of cholesterol.

Ending Notes

Homemade crepes are amazingly easy for you to make. You don’t need fancy equipment to make these, and if you love French-style crepes, you are going to need a cast iron crepe pan, which is about 28 centimeters, and it also has some tools that help you spread the mixture without moving your pan.

But if you don’t have it, then don’t worry; you can use any non-stick pan, whatever size is available to you. The Banana and Nutella crepe combo sounds perfect, so When your crepe is ready, you can decorate it with any berries you like. And remember to dust it with powdered sugar so it looks pretty.