Crpes
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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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1.25 cups Whole milk
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract (optional, for sweet crêpes)
- 1 tablespoon Butter or oil (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
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.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1170 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 55.5 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.7 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 502 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 851 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.0 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.2 g | ||
| Protein | 34.7 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.6 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 733 mg | 16% | |
*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.
