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How to Make Delicious Durian Mille Crêpe Cake

Durian mille crêpe cake, a beloved Southeast Asian dessert, combines the rich aroma of durian with delicate, paper-thin crêpes. Here’s a simple guide to create this heavenly treat at home.

Ingredients:

- For crêpes: 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp sugar, 2 eggs, 1¾ cups milk, 2 tbsp melted butter, a pinch of salt.

- For filling: 300 durian pulp (fresh or frozen), 1 cup heavy cream, 3 tbsp powdered sugar.

Steps:

1. Make crêpes: Whisk flour, sugar, and salt. Add eggs, milk, and melted butter; mix until smooth. Rest batter for 30 minutes. Heat a non-stick pan over medium-low heat, pour ¼ cup batter, swirl to cover the base. Cook until edges lift (about 1 minute per side). Repeat, stacking crêpes on a plate.

2. Prepare filling: Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in durian pulp.

3. Assemble: Place a crêpe on a plate, spread a thin layer of durian cream. Repeat, layering crêpes and cream, finishing with a top crêpe. Chill for at least 4 hours (overnight for best results).

Tips: Use ripe durian for intense flavor. Keep crêpes thin for the perfect texture. Slice with a warm knife for clean edges.

Enjoy this creamy, fragrant cake that melts in your mouth!