Description
Delicious Crepes are the ultimate French-inspired breakfast or brunch treat—light, tender, and endlessly versatile. Whether you fill them with chocolate, fruit, or savory ingredients, this easy crepe recipe delivers perfect results every time. Simple to make and ready in minutes, it’s a must-have for every home cook’s collection.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crepes (Makes 8–10):
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (240ml) milk
- 2 tbsp (28g) melted unsalted butter (plus more for greasing)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp sugar (optional, for sweet versions)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Optional Fillings:
- Chocolate Hazelnut Spread + crushed hazelnuts
- Cream Cheese + Fresh Berries
- Cinnamon Apple Sauté
- Lemon Juice + Sugar
Ingredient Notes and Variations:
- Milk: Works with dairy or non-dairy options like almond or oat milk.
- Flour: Use all-purpose or 1:1 gluten-free blend for delicate crepes.
- Sweet or Savory: Skip sugar and vanilla for savory versions.
- Fillings: Try sautéed spinach and cheese, or fruit and whipped cream.
Instructions
- Make the Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk flour and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and melted butter. Combine wet and dry ingredients and mix until smooth. Let the batter rest for 30 minutes.
- Heat the Pan: Set a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Cook the Crepes: Pour 1/4 cup batter into the pan and swirl to coat evenly. Cook for 1–2 minutes until golden, then flip and cook 30 seconds more.
- Stack and Fill: Place cooked crepes on a plate, fill with your favorite ingredients, and fold or roll.
- Serve Warm: Top with powdered sugar, fruit, or drizzle with chocolate sauce.
Notes
- Rest the Batter: Allows gluten to relax for smoother crepes.
- Use a Ladle: Ensures consistent crepe size and thickness.
- Keep Warm: Stack in a 200°F oven covered with foil.
- Don’t Overfill: A small amount of filling goes a long way.
- Storage: Stack with parchment and refrigerate up to 3 days or freeze up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crepe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg