Classic French Crepes

Delight your taste buds with these irresistibly light and versatile Classic French Crepes, a recipe perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and eggs, these delicate crepes boast a subtle sweetness from sugar and aromatic depth from vanilla extract. The batter comes together effortlessly, with a recommended resting time for a silky-smooth consistency that creates flawless, paper-thin crepes every time. Cooked to golden perfection in a lightly oiled skillet, they’re the ultimate canvas for your favorite toppings—think fresh berries, Nutella, or savory fillings like ham and cheese. With just 15 minutes of prep and a few simple techniques, this timeless French classic promises elegance and flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups milk
• 3 pieces large eggs
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or extra butter for cooking

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt until well combined.

Step 2

In another bowl, beat the eggs and add the milk and vanilla extract. Mix until fully blended.

Step 3

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking constantly to avoid lumps, until you have a smooth batter.

Step 4

Melt the butter and let it cool slightly, then whisk it into the batter until well incorporated.

Step 5

Cover the batter with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator for better results.

Step 6

Before cooking, give the batter a gentle stir. If it has thickened, add a splash of milk to reach a smooth, pourable consistency.

Step 7

Heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat and lightly grease with vegetable oil or butter.

Step 8

Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the hot pan, tilting and swirling the pan to evenly coat the bottom with a thin layer of batter.

Step 9

Cook the crepe for about 1-2 minutes until the edges begin to lift and the bottom turns golden brown.

Step 10

Flip the crepe using a spatula and cook for another 1 minute on the other side.

Step 11

Remove the crepe from the pan and transfer it to a warm plate. Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the pan as necessary.

Step 12

Serve the crepes warm with your choice of fillings such as fresh fruits, chocolate spread, whipped cream, or even savory options like ham and cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(710.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1351.2

Total Fat 76.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 652.9mg	0%
Sodium 949.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 125.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.2g
Protein 42.8g	0%

Vitamin D 281.0IU	0%
Calcium 564.5mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 921.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 36.9%