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These Apple Sauce Crepes with Honey Ricotta are made with cinnamon crepes, North Coast Organic Apple Sauce, organic ricotta and raw honey. These crepes are super delicious and healthy at the same time. A perfect option for a school lunch or even an afternoon snack.
I know it sounds surreal but the school year is approaching…. fast! I know many of you can relate to this sensation of excitement and nervousness at the same time as we prepare our little people for a new academic year. For me it’s particularly profound as one of my sons is reading for Kindergarten. Frankly, I have no idea how this has happened. I feel like he was just born the other day…
Anyhow, while he’s a very fussy eater, he does like apple sauce a lot. So I typically throw a cup or a pouch of super healthy, organic apple sauce onto his daily menu (thank you North Coast for all the supplies!). 
My son also really likes honey – hence this idea of honey ricotta with organic apple sauce as the sweet filling for my crepes.
When you make these apple sauce crepes, you can fold them up like a burrito and then send with your kids to school for a healthy and delicious lunch. Or you could also just roll them up and serve them when your little student returns from the trenches at school, exhausted and hungry. These crepes for sure will give them the fuel to survive the post-school day.
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When you purchase North Coast’s products, you can be sure that what you are eating is:
- 100% Organic certified
- Non-GMO Project Verified
- Using only USA-grown apples
- Cleanly produced, with about 50% by solar energy
- BPA-Free certified
- Fresh pressed, never from concentrate
- No added sugar, no preservatives
- KSA Kosher certified
North Coast’s Apple Sauce flavors options include:
Traditional cinnamon;
To tangy apple apricot;
Apple with berries;
Strawberries; or
Even pumpkin spice apple.
The apple sauce is packaged in cups, jars and even convenient pouches (which are perfect for school lunch boxes or for a healthy snack on the go). Personally, I don’t need any more convincing than that. I’m confident that what I’m giving my kids is of the best quality.
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Once your crepes are all fried up and you’ve added apple sauce and honey ricotta to them, you can either simply roll them up (version 1, above) or fold them like a burrito (version 2, above). Folding them like a burrito will probably work best for lunch boxes and rolling could be a good option for a pre-made stay at home lunch, or afternoon snack.
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Honey-Ricotta and Apple Sauce Crepes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Diet: Omnivore
Description
Tender crepes filled with a sweet ricotta and honey mixture, layered with tart applesauce. A delightful breakfast or brunch treat!
Ingredients
- 2 Eggs
- 1 cups (237 ml) Flour
- 3/4 cup Whole Milk (or 2%)
- 1/2 cup Water
- 3 tbsp Butter melted + more for brushing the skillet
- 2 tbsp Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 2 cups (473 ml) North Coast Organic Apple Sauce
- 2 cups (473 ml) Organic Ricotta
- 2 tbsp Raw Honey + more for drizzling
Instructions
- Melt the butter and let it cool.
- In a blender, combine all batter ingredients and process on high until smooth.
- Place batter in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Heat a non-stick skillet.
- Brush the skillet with butter.
- Pour one ladle of batter onto the skillet and swirl to cover the bottom.
- Cook for approximately 1 minute, then flip and cook the other side briefly. Repeat with remaining batter.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta and honey and mix well.
- Assemble the cooked crepes with the filling.
- Add 2 tablespoons of the honey ricotta mixture, then 2 tablespoons of apple sauce, and fold the crepes.
- Drizzle with more honey.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use whole milk instead of 2% milk in the crepe batter.
- To prevent sticking, ensure your skillet is hot enough before adding the batter.
- Leftover crepes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat gently in a pan or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crepe
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 50
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of apple sauce instead of North Coast Organic Apple Sauce?
Yes, you can use any apple sauce, but the flavor and quality may vary. North Coast’s organic apple sauce is specifically chosen for its taste and quality.
What kind of ricotta should I use for the honey-ricotta filling?
It’s best to use fresh, organic ricotta for a creamier texture and better flavor, which complements the sweetness of the honey.
How do I ensure my cinnamon crepes turn out thin and even?
Make sure to use a non-stick skillet and spread the batter quickly and evenly in a circular motion to achieve thin crepes.
