Published 8/30/2021 • Updated 6/14/2022
Let’s Make Crepes!
Don’t be intimidated by crepes! Thought they sound fancy and look like you can only buy them in a french bakery, anyone can make them. They are a sweet (or savory) breakfast that can be made in no time.
Ingredients You Need
You only need 5 ingredients (plus toppings) to make this crepe recipe! There are a few substitutions you can make, see your options below.
Whole milk: if you can use whole milk, do! Heavy cream could work, too, but you would need to add more water to the batter. Water: water helps thin out the batter. 2 large eggs: be sure you use large eggs, not medium or extra large. Butter: we use salted butter, but you can use unsalted butter, too! All-purpose flour: this is the best flour option for this recipe. If you are gluten free you can use a 1:1 gluten free flour mix, but be careful of a sticky batter.
How to Make Crepes – Step by Step
Below is a step-by-step on how to make crepes. One thing that makes this recipe easier is to be sure that you have everything measured out before starting the recipe! Blender
Add Wet Ingredients to the blender
It’s important that you add the wet ingredients to the blender first and make sure they are combined. Be sure not to over blend the eggs. Blend all the ingredients together on low for 30 seconds. Don’t have a blender? You can mix your ingredients together by hand with a whisk or on low with a hand mixer, too.
Add dry ingredients to the blender
Once the wet ingredients are combined scrape the sides of the blender with a spatula and then add flour to the blender. Blend all the ingredients on low until flour is combined with the wet ingredients. Don’t fret, it’s going to feel very runny, but it’s supposed to me runny batter!
Sweet or Savory
This is the T in the road when it comes to crepe making. Are you a sweet or savory person? If you are going for sweet crepes, add sugar to the blender (along with vanilla or almond extract if you’re getting fancy). If you are going savory, add a pinch of salt or garlic powder to the batter. Pulse the ingredients together until combined.
Heat the pan
Heat a 12 inch nonstick pan over medium heat. Add butter and heat until melted. It is important to heat the pan before you add the crepe batter!
It’s all about the swirl + flip
Use a 1/4 cup scoop to scoop the crepe batter into the center of the pan. Immediately lift the pan after adding the batter a few inches off the stovetop and carefully swirl the crepe batter until it reaches the edge of the pan and the batter is spread evenly across the bottom of the pan. Let the crepe cook over medium heat for about 1.5-2 minutes and then flip. The crepe should be a golden brown color. Heat the crepe for an additional 1.5-2 minutes and remove. Repeat until all the batter as been used. Always Pan
Make the Sweet
Nutella and bananas Strawberries and whipped creamButter and jamMaple syrup and candied pecansYogurt and ganola
Make them savory
Lox and capers Goat cheese and caramelized onionsBacon and eggs Kalamata olives, feta, and tomatoesCaprese-style
Cold Brew Coffee When reheating: Heat the oven to 325ºF and place the crepes in the oven for 5-10 minutes or until warm.
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