Swedish Crepes
Delightfully delicate and irresistibly versatile, Swedish Crepes are a thin and tender Scandinavian take on classic pancakes, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. These crepes strike the ideal balance of slightly sweet and buttery, made with a simple batter of all-purpose flour, whole milk, eggs, and melted butter. The key to their signature paper-thin texture lies in the easy-to-follow technique of swirling the batter in a hot, greased skillet for even coverage. Ready in just 30 minutes, these crepes are endlessly customizable—serve them warm with sweet toppings like fresh berries, whipped cream, and powdered sugar, or try savory fillings such as ham and cheese. Whether you’re hosting a weekend brunch or indulging in a cozy weeknight treat, Swedish Crepes are a quick and elegant dish guaranteed to impress.
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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
- 3 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or additional butter (for cooking)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
In another bowl, beat the eggs and then add the milk, whisking until combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
Mix in the melted butter until the batter is smooth. The consistency should be thin and runny. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes, or up to 30 minutes if time allows.
Heat a nonstick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat. Lightly coat the surface with vegetable oil or butter.
Once the pan is hot, pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the pan, tilting and swirling quickly to cover the entire surface in a thin, even layer.
Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the edges start to lift and the underside is golden brown. Flip carefully with a thin spatula and cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute on the other side.
Transfer the cooked crepe to a plate and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter, re-coating the pan with oil or butter as needed.
Serve warm with your favorite toppings or fillings, such as fresh berries, whipped cream, powdered sugar, or a savory filling like ham and cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
645 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.0 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.9 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 593 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 9 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 9 mg | 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.
