Crêpe au chocolat (French)
A Crêpe au chocolat is a classic French dessert or sweet snack made by wrapping a delicate, thin pancake around a filling of rich chocolate, often in the form of a spread like Nutella or melted dark chocolate bars. Originating from France, it is a beloved staple of crêperies and street vendors across the country.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates and fats, primarily from the refined flour of the crêpe and the sugar and cocoa butter in the chocolate filling. A typical serving provides a quick source of energy and some minerals like iron and magnesium from the chocolate, with a rough calorie count ranging from 250 to 450 calories depending on size and filling amount.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 290 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbs | 38 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 20 g |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 µg RAE |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 µg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 µg |
| Phosphorus | 110 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
Per 1 crêpe (approx. 100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the crêpe is central to French tradition, especially celebrated on Chandeleur (Candlemas) on February 2nd, where making and eating crêpes is a festive ritual. Nutritionally, while indulgent, the dark chocolate used can offer antioxidants, making it a treat that balances pleasure with small nutritional benefits.
