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30 Sweet & Savory Crepe Filling Ideas You Need To Try

Get creative with breakfast and brunch with these sweet & savory crepe filling ideas. Celebrate the classic French street food with these new variations that excite your eyes and taste buds.

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If crepes are not part of your regular breakfast and brunch rotation, they should be. These incredibly thin pancakes are the perfect vehicle for all kinds of amazing toppings – sweet or savory!

I’ve gathered up some of the most interesting ideas in crepe fillings for you to taste and get inspired by. I am sure you will find your new favorite combo and be converted to loving crepes just as much as me. They are such a fabulous way to dress up your breakfast or snack time – or any time really.

Make it a brunch buffet

One of the best parts about crepes is how each person can customize their own. Since it is all about the fillings, you can cater to all sorts of dietary preferences. Just lay out a variety of fillings and everyone can dress up their crepes to their own desires.

The crepes themselves can be made from all kinds of flours. I like using partially whole wheat or even oat flour since they are rich in nutrients, but you’ll find lot of ideas from these other recipes. And once you have your base, it’s time to get creative.

It’s especially amazing to incorporate fresh, seasonal produce into your crepes. Whether you are going for a sweet spread with lots of fresh fruit, or more savory choices with cheese and vegetables, pick up some of whatever is available at the farmer’s market.

Stick with the classics like cheese and mushrooms, or get creative with some of these great ideas. Either way, you are sure to have a winning spread that everyone will want to copy. Don’t forget to check out my Mango and Ricotta Crepes post for ideas on preparing the pancakes ahead of time to make everything easier.

SWEET RECIPES

1. Healthy Mango Crepes with Maple-Lime Ricotta Filling

Mango crepes on a plate

Step up your morning with the classic tropical combination of mango and lime – in crepes. Not only they are delicious but also healthy thanks to fresh fruit, whole-grains and oat flour!

Recipe by: Yummy Addiction

2. Apple Cinnamon Crepes

Apple cinnamon crepes served on a plate

Apple Cinnamon Crepes are the perfect fall breakfast! Thin pancakes filled with chopped apples and fall spices, it just like having apple pie for breakfast!

Recipe by: Windy City Dinner Fairy

3. Nutella Crepes with Strawberries

Nutella crepes topped with fresh strawberries

Thin, lacy and delicious eggless crepes filled with nutella, walnuts and strawberries makes a filling breakfast or a dessert.

Recipe by: Flavours Treat

4. Classic French Crepes with Lemon Curd

French Crepes with Lemon Curd

Classic French crepes that are light in texture, slightly crisp on the edges and delicious all-around! Filled with a lemon curd that packs a zesty punch, this recipe will urge you to make this for brunch in the comforts of your home.

Recipe by: Caramel Tinted Life

5. Chocolate Tiramisu Pancakes

Chocolate Tiramisu Pancakes on a plate

Chocolate Tiramisu crepes are the ultimate Shrove Tuesday treat. Chocolate, coffee and Mascarpone cream combine with classic Italian cookies to create a simple, yet stylish dessert.

Recipe by: Little Sugar Snaps

6. Roasted Strawberry Rhubarb Crepes

Sweet crepes topped with roasted rhubarb and strawberries

These roasted strawberry rhubarb crepes with homemade chocolate and hazelnut spread are the perfect way to celebrate spring.

Recipe by: Use Your Noodles

7. Bananas Foster Nutella Crepes

Bananas Foster Nutella Crepes

Bananas Foster Nutella Crepes make a deliciously decadent breakfast or sinful dessert! Stuffed with Nutella and topped with sauteed bananas they are sure to be a show stopper on your table!

Recipe by: Windy City Dinner Fairy

8. Strawberry Crepes with Cream Cheese Filling

Cream cheese filled crepes with strawberries on top

These delicate strawberry crepes are rolled up with a luscious cream cheese filling and finished off with a sweet strawberry topping and homemade whipped cream. This decadent entree is perfect to serve for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Recipe by: Wanderzest

9. Crepes with Caramelized Peaches

Crepes topped with caramelized peaches

Simple crepes topped with sweet caramelized peaches will be your next summertime breakfast craving!

Recipe by: Salt Jar

10. Ice Cream Stuffed Crepes with Nutella and Fresh Berries

Ice cream stuffed crepes with nutella

You will absolutely go crazy for these Ice Cream Stuffed Crepes with Nutella and Berries. It’s the ultimate creamy, satisfying dessert.

Recipe by: Neighbor Food

11. Orange Ricotta Crepes

Ricotta crepes topped with orange slices

A simple blender recipe for Orange Ricotta Crepes. Delightful for a long weekend breakfast treat!

Recipe by: A Taste of Wellbeing

12. Cannoli Cream Crepes

Cannoli cream crepes

A fun twist on two traditional favorites: easy crepes filled with rich and tangy cannoli cream are the perfect breakfast treat!

Recipe by: Slumber and Scones

13. Light & Healthy Blueberry Crepes

Healthy blueberry crepes

No one will believe that this decadent dessert is good for you! Healthy Blueberry Crepes, made with seeds & grains, are filled with fresh blueberries & flavored yogurt then drizzled with dark chocolate. It’s the perfect no-guilt dessert or even breakfast.

Recipe by: 2 Cookin Mamas

14. Pear and chocolate crepes

Chocolate crepes with poached pears

Delicious crepes filled with vanilla pastry cream, topped with a poached pear, hot chocolate sauce and toasted almond flakes.

Recipe by: Creme de Citron

15. Ginger Cardamom Crepes

Ginger cardamom crepes

Add a little pizzazz to your weekend morning with these easy, gluten-free, Ginger Cinnamon Crepes. These are blissful filled with a ginger cardamom apple pear mix and topped with Coconut Non-dairy whipped topping.

Recipe by: Savory Spin

SAVORY RECIPES

1. Smoked Salmon Crepes with Cream Cheese and Honey Mustard Sauce

Crepe topped with cream cheese and honey mustard sauce, smoked salmon, and lettuce

Smoked salmon crepes make a simple, quick and tasty dinner! They can be also served cold – you can pack them in your lunchbox and take them to work.

Recipe by: Everyday Delicious

2. Crab-Stuffed Crepes

Crab stuffed crepes

Crab-stuffed crepes have a creamy, decadent crab seafood filling and luscious lemon cheese sauce. This crab filling for crepes is quick and easy to prepare so you can have this special meal ready in no time.

Recipe by: Erica’s Recipes

3. Vietnamese Chicken Crepes

Vietnamese crepes stuffed with chicken, vegetables, and peanuts

These Vietnamese chicken crepes are a great meal for any season. The easy homemade crepes are stuffed full of chicken, veggies, peanuts and flavoursome hoisin sauce.

Recipe by: Your Ultimate Menu

4. Huevos Rancheros Crepes

Huevos rancheros crepes

Huevos Rancheros cornmeal crepes are a delicious twist on the humble Mexican breakfast dish. Keep things simple or push the boat out by dressing them up with a few additional Mexican inspired goodies if desired.

Recipe by: Little Sugar Snaps

5. Savory Crepes with Meat Mushroom Veggie Filling

Meat, mushroom, and vegetable stuffed crepes

Crepes with a filling loaded with ground meat, sauteed carrots and mushrooms and cooked cabbage. These Ukrainian crepes are perfect for parties!

Recipe by: Valentina’s Corner

6. French Crepes with Eggs and Cheddar

French crepes with eggs and cheddar

Easy-to-make recipe for French crepes filled with creamy eggs, sharp cheddar, and chives. Perfect for brunch!

Recipe by: Vanilla Bean Cuisine

7. Savory Chicken Crepes with Mushrooms

Crepes with chicken and mushrooms

Make-ahead Savory Chicken Crepes with Mushrooms are perfect for a romantic date night dinner, an elegant brunch dish or a dinner party main dish. These easy savory chicken crepes blanketed in a cheesy mornay sauce not only look sensational, but you won’t believe how delicious they are.

Recipe by: Grits and Pinecones

8. Grain-Free Crepes with Roasted Asparagus, Spinach, and Feta

Crepes stuffed with asparagus and topped with a fried egg

Savory grain-free crepes with roasted asparagus, spinach, feta and egg. A delicious grain-free breakfast (or dinner!).

Recipe by: The Roasted Root

9. Red Velvet Savory Crepes Florentine

Red velvet savory crepes florentine

Red velvet savory crepes florentine (eggless) makes a delicious healthy breakfast or brunch. Naturally colored with beetroot, no apf, no eggs. Kid friendly.

Recipe by: Carve Your Craving

10. Cheesy Vegetable Crepes

Vegetable stuffed crepes

This is a wonderful vegetarian dinner, that will fulfill even the meat-eaters! These European-style pancakes are packed with veggies and then baked with mozzarella cheese until gooey and golden!

Recipe by: Everyday Delicious

11. Beef Stroganoff Crepes

Beef stroganoff crepes

Beef stroganoff is hearty, delicious, comfort food that can be made as simple or gourmet as you like. This recipe is for an easy beef stroganoff with ground beef made fancy by serving in French crepes.

Recipe by: Erica’s Recipes

12. Mushroom Kale Frittata Crepes

Mushroom kale frittata crepes

These frittata crepes are filled with tender kale, earthy wild mushrooms and melt-in-your-mouth Fontina cheese for a hearty fall dish that you’ll want to make on repeat.

Recipe by: Country Hill Cottage

13. Easy Crepes with Leftover Chicken and Cheese Filling

Crepes with leftover chicken and cheese filling

These savory chicken crepes are a great way to use up left-over chicken, ham or other meat in the fridge. Perfect snack, appetizer or meal.

Recipe by: Sustain My Cooking Habit

14. Crepes with Spinach and Cheese Filling

Crepes stuffed with spinach and cheese filling

These crepes with spinach and cheese filling are a delicious vegetarian brunch idea, easy to make and full of goodness.

Recipe by: Everyday Healthy Recipes

15. Chicken and Mushroom Crepe

Chicken and mushroom stuffed crepes

Delicious chicken, mushroom and leeks crepes covered in a decadent béchamel sauce and topped with bubbling Gruyere cheese! Guests go nuts for this!

Recipe by: Entertaining with Beth

1 Comment

  • Jaya Avendel
    August 26, 2021 at 12:45 pm

    Love that you have a mix of sweet and savory recipes! The chicken and mushrooms catch my eye the most for a delicious dinner platter, while the apple cinnamon ones go into the back of my mind for autumn breakfast. 🙂

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