WW Stuffed Crepes

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The WW Stuffed Crepes are delicious. You can make them with any filling. Make the crepes sweet or savory. This recipe gives both options. All the ingredients are WW-friendly. The ingredients are light as well. Make them with ease in only 25 minutes. The WW Stuffed Crepes are light and soft. They are satisfying to eat. They also feel luxurious. These can also cook quickly. The WW points and calories remain low. Make them for breakfast, dinner, or even brunch. The cooking steps are also very easy. They look really nice after serving. The crepes are also a healthy choice.

STATS:

  • Number of calories: 185 kcal
  • Prep duration: 10 minutes
  • Serving size: 1 stuffed crepe
  • Cook duration: 15 minutes
  • Cuisine: French
  • Total time: 25 minutes
  • Course: Breakfast / Brunch
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving: 6

EQUIPMENT:

  • Saucepan (small)
  • Ladle
  • Spatula
  • Skillet (non-stick)
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl

INGREDIENTS:

CREPES:

  • 1 cup skim milk
  • One cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla (optional)
  • Salt (a pinch)
  • Cooking spray

SAVORY FILLING:

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat)
  • Black pepper
  • ½ cup chopped spinach

SWEET FILLING:

  • 1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
  • Fresh fruit slices
  • 1 tbsp honey

INGREDIENT NOTES:

SKIM MILK:

  • Skim milk has low calories. It is good for Weight Watchers. Skim milk makes a smooth mixture. For an alternative, use milk (low-fat) or almond milk. Both alternatives will make light crepes.

FLOUR:

  • Flour makes the crepes flexible. It also creates thinner crepes. The alternative is whole-wheat flour. Whole-wheat flour will make the crepes dense. It will give a good taste.

EGGS:

  • Crepes form a shape because of the eggs. Eggs also keep them soft. You can use egg whites as a substitute. Egg whites will reduce WW points. It will also create thin crepes.

GREEK YOGURT / COTTAGE CHEESE:

  • It is your choice to choose between the two. Utilize non-fat Greek yogurt for a sweet taste. Low-fat cottage cheese will give you a savory taste. Both have protein in them. They also give you satisfaction. Other alternatives are low-fat cream cheese and banana (mashed).

SPINACH OR FRUIT:

  • Use them to your liking. Fruit will provide sweetness. Spinach will give a good savory taste. Both of them give freshness. They are also nutritious. Use mushrooms as an alternative to spinach. For fruit, use peaches or apples.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Take a bowl.
  2. Include all 5 ingredients for crepes except cooking spray.
  3. Make a smooth mixture with a whisk.
  4. Heat up the skillet.
  5. Spray some amount of cooking spray in it.
  6. Pour a little bit of crepe mixture into the skillet.
  7. Keep rotating the skillet till you spread it.
  8. Spread in a thin layer.
  9. From each side, cook for one minute.
  10. Cook other crepes like this as well.
  11. Mix filling of your choice in a bowl.
  12. Put the filling in the crepe’s center.
  13. Either fold it or roll it up.
  14. Then your stuffed crepes are ready to enjoy.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • Add some berries on top to have a sweet taste.
  • You can use sugar-free syrup on the crepes.
  • Over the sweet crepes, add some cinnamon.
  • Serve your savory crepes with some salad.
  • Also, serve the savory crepes with lemon zest.

TIPS:

  • Make sure the crepes are thin. This will give a good texture.
  • After mixing the ingredients for crepes, rest them for 5 minutes.
  • For the skillet, use a non-stick one. This way, it will be easy to flip the crepes.
  • Make them in advance. You can easily stack them.
  • While adding the filling, do not overfill. This may break the crepe.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Use sealed boxes to store them. Store the filling and cooked crepes individually. Keep them in the fridge for only 3 days.

FREEZER:

  • You can freeze them for only 2 months. Freeze up the cooked crepes. Place parchment in between them.

FAQs:

How to prepare gluten-free crepes?

  • Make use of gluten-free flour.

What to use instead of eggs?

  • Egg substitutes or egg whites are an option. But the crepes will become a bit thin.

Can I blend the crepe mixture?

  • Blending will create a smooth mixture.

Can I include chicken as a filling?

  • You can use shredded chicken.

How to store the crepe mixture?

  • Store it inside the fridge for 24 hours.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Iron: 1.2 grams

Total carbs: 22 g

Vitamin A: 520 IU

Calories: 185 kcal

Fiber: 1.6 grams

Calcium: 88 g

Net carbs: 18 grams

Protein: 13 grams

Portion size: 1 stuffed crepe

Sodium: 180 g

Serving: 6

Potassium: 210 grams

Weight Watcher Points: 4 to 5 points