Delightfully thin, lacy, and endlessly versatile, this classic crêpe recipe is your gateway to both sweet and savory culinary creations. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, eggs, and a touch of sugar, these delicate French-style pancakes are quick to prepare, taking just 10 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes to cook. The batter, enriched with optional vanilla extract for a hint of sweetness, is rested to ensure tender, melt-in-your-mouth crêpes every time. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast treat, dessert, or even a savory brunch option, these crêpes can be filled with anything from Nutella and fresh fruit to ham and cheese. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe produces 8 golden crêpes that are both elegant and easy to make, providing a blank canvas for your favorite toppings and fillings.
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In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt to combine.
In a separate large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract (if using) until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, whisking constantly, until the batter is smooth with no lumps. If needed, pass the batter through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the batter rest at room temperature for 20-30 minutes. Resting allows the gluten to relax and creates tender crêpes.
Heat a non-stick skillet or crêpe pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with butter or oil, using a paper towel to evenly coat the surface.
Once the pan is hot, pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the center of the pan and swirl it quickly to spread the batter into a thin, even layer.
Cook the crêpe for 1-2 minutes, or until the edges start to lift and the underside is golden brown. Flip the crêpe using a spatula and cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Transfer the cooked crêpe to a plate and cover it with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter, re-greasing the pan as needed.
Serve the crêpes warm with your choice of fillings, such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, nutella, jam, or savory options like ham and cheese.
Serving size | (596.0g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1170.1 |
Total Fat 55.5g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 30.7g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
Cholesterol 501.6mg | 0% |
Sodium 851.1mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 133.0g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 3.3g | 0% |
Total Sugars 40.2g | |
Protein 34.7g | 0% |
Vitamin D 223.2IU | 0% |
Calcium 456.5mg | 0% |
Iron 7.6mg | 0% |
Potassium 733.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories