Classic Crêpes
Tender, paper-thin crêpes made from a simple batter and cooked in minutes. Serve with jam, Nutella, fresh berries, whipped cream, or lemon and sugar.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 178
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Whisk flour, eggs, milk, melted butter, sugar, and salt in a bowl until smooth and thin, ~1 minute.
Step 2
Let batter rest at room temperature for 15 minutes — this allows gluten to relax for tender crêpes.
Step 3
Heat an 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high until a drop of water sizzles and evaporates instantly.
Step 4
Lightly butter the pan. Pour 3 tbsp batter into the center and immediately tilt the pan in circles to spread thin and even.
Step 5
Cook 60–90 seconds until the bottom is light golden, then flip and cook the other side for 30 seconds.
Step 6
Slide the crêpe onto a plate. Repeat with remaining batter, stacking finished crêpes as you go.
Step 7
Fill or top with jam, Nutella, fresh berries, whipped cream, lemon juice, or powdered sugar. Serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- 8-inch nonstick skillet
- rubber spatula
- plate
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