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French Crêpes

Delicate, paper-thin French crêpes with a tender custard flavor that work perfectly for sweet or savory fillings. Serve warm with jam, Nutella, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings.

Total time
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
195
Protein
5g
French Crêpes
frenchbreakfastvegetariandessertcomfort food

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Combine flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Make a well in the center and crack eggs into it.

  3. Step 3

    Pour half the milk into the well and whisk until smooth, gradually incorporating flour from the edges.

  4. Step 4

    Whisk in remaining milk and water until batter is thin and lump-free. Stir in melted butter and sugar.

  5. Step 5

    Let batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Heat an 8-inch nonstick skillet or crêpe pan over medium-high heat. Lightly butter the surface.

  7. Step 7

    Pour 3 tablespoons batter into the center and immediately tilt the pan in all directions to spread into a thin, even layer.

  8. Step 8

    Cook for about 1–2 minutes until the bottom is light golden, then flip and cook the other side for 30 seconds.

  9. Step 9

    Transfer to a plate and repeat with remaining batter, buttering the pan lightly between crêpes.

  10. Step 10

    Serve warm with your choice of fillings and toppings.

Tools you’ll need

  • 8-inch nonstick skillet or crêpe pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • spatula

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