French Pancakes
Delight your taste buds with these classic French Pancakes, or crêpes, a versatile recipe perfect for sweet or savory dishes. With a delicate, lacy texture and a rich, buttery flavor, these thin pancakes are made from a simple batter of all-purpose flour, milk, eggs, and melted butter. Whether you’re indulging in a sweet treat with vanilla-scented crêpes topped with fresh fruit and whipped cream or going savory with ham and cheese, this recipe offers endless customization. Quick to prepare and ready in just 30 minutes, these crêpes are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Plus, they’re effortlessly cooked in a nonstick skillet with a light brushing of butter for that golden, perfectly cooked finish. Try this authentic French classic and elevate your home cooking with a touch of Parisian elegance!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Whole milk
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar (optional, for sweet crêpes)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional, for sweet crêpes)
- 1 tablespoon Butter or oil (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar (if using), and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the milk and vanilla extract (if using).
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
Stir in the melted unsalted butter until the batter is smooth and well combined. Let the batter rest for 15-30 minutes at room temperature for optimal texture.
Heat a nonstick skillet or crêpe pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with butter or oil using a pastry brush or paper towel.
Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the pan, tilting it in a circular motion to spread the batter into a thin, even layer.
Cook the crêpe for 1-2 minutes until the edges start to lift and the bottom is lightly golden. Flip it using a spatula and cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Transfer the cooked crêpe to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed.
Serve the crêpes warm with your choice of sweet or savory fillings, such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, chocolate spread, ham, or cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
732 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.3 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.7 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 509 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 873 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.7 g | ||
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 515 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 696 mg | 15% | |
*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.
