Simple French Crepes
These Simple French Crepes are thin, delicate, and incredibly versatile! Made with just a few pantry staples, they can be enjoyed sweet or savory, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Fill them with Nutella, fruits, or cheese for a delicious treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 crepes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup water
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- A pinch of salt
- (Optional: 1 tbsp sugar & ½ tsp vanilla extract for sweet crepes)
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour and eggs.
- Gradually add milk and water, stirring until smooth.
- Mix in melted butter and salt (plus sugar and vanilla if making sweet crepes).
- Heat the Pan:
- Use a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
- Cook the Crepes:
- Pour ¼ cup batter into the pan, swirling to coat the bottom evenly.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes until edges lift, then flip and cook 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Serve Warm:
- Fill with Nutella, fresh fruit, whipped cream
Notes
- For extra-thin crepes, let the batter rest for 15-30 minutes.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free flour blend.
- Dairy-Free Option: Substitute almond, oat, or soy milk, and use coconut oil instead of butter.
Nutrition
- Calories: 15 minutes
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