High-Protein Cinnamon Crepes (Print-Friendly Version)
Light, protein-boosted crepes featuring classic cinnamon roll flavors - topped with cream cheese drizzle and way better for you than regular sweet buns.
# Ingredients List:
→ Crepe Mix
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1 cup regular flour (swap with whole wheat for health boost)
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2 scoops (roughly 60g) vanilla protein blend
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1 tablespoon sugar or your favorite sweetener
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 1/2 cups milk (any type works fine)
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3 large eggs
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2 tablespoons melted butter or liquid coconut oil
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Spiced Filling
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3 tablespoons butter, room temperature
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1/4 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
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2 teaspoons cinnamon powder
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1/4 teaspoon nutmeg powder (skip if you want)
→ Tangy Topping
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4 ounces soft light cream cheese
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1/4 cup Greek yogurt
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2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1-2 tablespoons milk for thinning if needed
# Detailed Cooking Steps:
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Throw flour, protein powder, sugar, salt, milk, eggs, melted butter and vanilla into a blender. Whizz for 30 seconds until everything's smooth. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes or keep it in the fridge overnight.
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During the batter rest time, stir together the soft butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg (if you're using it) in a small bowl until everything's mixed well. Put it aside for later.
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In a separate bowl, whip the cream cheese until it's fluffy. Add in the yogurt, maple syrup and vanilla. Mix thoroughly until it's all smooth. If it seems too thick, add a bit of milk one spoon at a time. Set this aside too.
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Warm up a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add a tiny bit of butter or cooking spray. Pour about 1/4 cup batter into the middle, then quickly tilt the pan around to spread it thin. Cook until you see dry edges and a light golden bottom, usually 1-2 minutes.
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Gently flip the crepe with a thin spatula and cook the other side for 30 seconds to a minute. Move it to a plate and keep going with the rest of the batter, stacking them up as you finish each one.
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While each crepe is still warm, spread about a spoonful of cinnamon filling across it, leaving a little space around the edges.
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Roll each crepe up tight. You can do classic rolls or fold them into quarters if you want a different look.
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Pour the cream cheese mixture over your rolled crepes. Serve them warm with extra topping on the side if anyone wants more.
# Helpful Hints:
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You'll get about 15g of protein per serving when you eat 2 of these crepes.
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Want to save time? Make the batter the night before and keep it in the fridge. You can also prep the filling and topping ahead of time.
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If you're watching your sugar intake, just swap in a sugar substitute for both the filling and topping.