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French Crepes

French Crepes Made Easy: Your Go-To Recipe for Sweet or Savory

Discover how to make versatile French crepes that can be sweet or savory, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 crepes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 110

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar optional for savory crepes
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 large eggs substitute with ground flax seeds for egg-free
  • 1.5 cups whole milk can use almond or soy milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or dairy-free options

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Non-Stick Skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and a pinch of salt. Create a well in the center, then crack in 2 eggs. Whisk gently, incorporating the flour mixture.
  2. While whisking continuously, slowly pour in 1 ½ cups of whole milk to the batter. Mix until smooth, then add in 2 tablespoons of melted butter and whisk until fully incorporated. Allow batter to rest for 30 minutes.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan and pour in about ¼ cup of batter, swirling to create a thin layer. Cook until edges lift, approximately 1-2 minutes.
  4. Run a spatula around the edges to loosen and flip the crepe. Cook the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes until lightly golden. Stack on a warm plate.
  5. Cover the cooked crepes with a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm and soft.
  6. Fill crepes with desired fillings and serve immediately, garnished as preferred.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crepeCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure batter is well-blended and free of lumps; resting the batter improves texture. Store cooked crepes with parchment paper between them to prevent sticking.

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