Crepe Cake Recipe

The beauty of a crepe cake is in its rustic appeal. No need to perfectly stack the layers, obsessively smooth out the sides of buttercream, or even toil over the decoration. Simply dust the top with confectioners' sugar or an extra dollop of filling, and the cake is ready for its show-stopping debut.

This recipe is comprised of tender crepes infused with sweet, delicate notes of Earl Grey tea paired with refreshing citrus and rich mascarpone. So elegant, yet delightful that you might even think you're enjoying a slice on the set of Bridgerton. That said, if you want to tone down the flavors or simply don't like Earl Grey tea, you can easily omit it or swap in whatever flavors you're craving—cocoa, caramel, espresso, coconut, and fruit all work well.

Ingredients:

For the Crepes

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled

8 large eggs

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

3 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon kosher salt

2 tablespoons loose Earl Grey tea

1/2 cup warm water

3 cups milk

For the Filling

1 1/2 cups heavy cream

8 ounces mascarpone, or softened cream cheese

1 cup confectioners' sugar

1 tablespoon orange zest, more as needed

2 teaspoons freshly squeezed orange juice

Berries, for garnish, optional

Toasted nuts, for garnish, optional