Vanilla-Coconut Pancakes (Crêpes à la vanille et à la noix de coco)

Crêpes à la vanille et à la noix de coco, or Vanilla-Coconut Pancakes, are a delightful Malagasy treat that combines the flavors of vanilla and coconut in a light and airy pancake.

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Vanilla-Coconut Pancakes (Crêpes à la vanille et à la noix de coco)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
  • Butter or oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Stir in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed in the batter.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet or crêpe pan over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
  4. Pour a small ladleful of batter into the skillet and swirl to spread it into a thin, even layer.
  5. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden brown, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side.
  6. Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the skillet as needed.
  7. Serve the crêpes warm, sprinkled with extra shredded coconut if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
5g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Whisk Non-stick skillet or crêpe pan Ladle

Tools

Spatula Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the crêpes with a drizzle of honey or a dollop of whipped cream for a decadent breakfast or dessert.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, toast the shredded coconut in a dry skillet until golden brown before adding it to the batter.

Cost

$5