Prepare to embark on a mouthwatering journey that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you straight to the heart of Italian cuisine! This extraordinary recipe combines the classic elegance of a traditional Caprese Pizza with the delicate sweetness of Fresh Lemon Cream Crepes, creating a dining experience that's both rustic and refined. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or simply treat yourself to a gourmet meal, this recipe promises to elevate your cooking skills and deliver an unforgettable flavor explosion that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 tomatoes, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
Instructions
- Prepare the pizza dough by allowing it to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking. If using store-bought dough, follow package instructions for best results.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven during preheating to ensure a crispy crust.
- For the Caprese Pizza, roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, typically about 1/4 inch thin.
- Brush the rolled-out dough with olive oil, ensuring even coverage to create a golden, crispy base.
- Arrange sliced fresh mozzarella evenly across the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
- Layer sliced tomatoes over the mozzarella, slightly overlapping to create an attractive pattern.
- Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- While the pizza is baking, prepare the crepe batter by whisking together flour, milk, eggs, and sugar until smooth and free of lumps.
- Let the crepe batter rest for 10 minutes to allow the flour to absorb the liquid and prevent tough crepes.
- After removing the pizza from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil.
- For the crepes, heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour a thin layer of crepe batter into the pan, swirling to create an even, thin coating.
- Cook each crepe for about 1-2 minutes on each side until light golden.
- For the lemon cream filling, mix together lemon zest, lemon juice, and a touch of sugar to create a bright, tangy filling.
- Spread the lemon cream inside each crepe, fold, and garnish with additional lemon zest if desired.
- Serve the Caprese Pizza hot and the Lemon Cream Crepes immediately, enjoying the contrast of savory and sweet flavors.
Tips
- Pizza Perfection: Always let your pizza dough come to room temperature before rolling to ensure easy stretching and a crispy crust.
- Cheese Tip: Use fresh, high-quality mozzarella and slice it evenly to ensure uniform melting.
- Crepe Technique: Let your crepe batter rest for at least 10 minutes to prevent tough, chewy crepes. This allows the flour to fully absorb the liquid.
- Temperature Matters: A hot (but not smoking) skillet is key to perfect crepes - aim for medium heat.
- Fresh Herbs: Add basil leaves just after baking the pizza to preserve their vibrant color and fresh flavor.
- Lemon Zest Secret: Use a microplane or fine grater to get maximum flavor from your lemon zest without the bitter white pith.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the crepe batter and pizza dough in advance to save time during meal preparation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 18g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 110mg
