How to Make Crepes | French Crepe Recipe

A plate of filled crepes dusted with powdered sugar. The crepes are folded and contain various fillings, including fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and possibly chocolate or banana slices. Some whole strawberries are also placed on the plate for garnish.
4 from 64 votes

Learn how to make the best French crepes. This easy recipe can be served with either a sweet or a savory toppings. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, dinner or any other time of day.

A plate of filled crepes dusted with powdered sugar. The crepes are folded and contain various fillings, including fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and possibly chocolate or banana slices. Some whole strawberries are also placed on the plate for garnish.

French Crepes

Learn how to make the best French crepes. This easy recipe can be served with either a sweet or savory toppings. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, dinner or any other time of day.
4 from 64 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Waiting time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
DIFFICULTY Easy
Course Breakfast
Cuisine French
Servings 10
Calories 97 kcal

Ingredients
 

For the crepes:

  • 1 cup (125 g) All-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1¼ cups (300 ml) Milk
  • 2 tablespoon (30 g) Butter
  • Oil for cooking
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract optional

For serving (optional)

  • Nutella
  • Cream cheese
  • Banana
  • Strawberries

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl sift flour, add salt, sugar and stir.
  • In a separate bowl whisk eggs, vanilla extract and milk, until combined.
  • Gradually add the milk mixture into flour mixture and stir until incorporated and smooth. Pour in melted butter and whisk until combined. Let stand at room temperature for 15-30 minutes (or in the fridge).
  • Heat a small non-stick pan over medium heat. Add butter or oil to coat.
  • Pour about 1/-3-1/4 cup of the crepe batter, swirling it to evenly coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes, flip and cook for 30 seconds. Remove from the pan and repeat with the remaining batter. Remember to grease the pan between ease crepe.
  • Serving suggestion: spread 1-2 tablespoons of Nutella, top with banana slices, fold and serve.
  • Serving suggestion 2: spread 1-2 tablespoons cream cheese/sour cream, top with strawberries, fold and serve.

Video

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Notes

  • Watch the Video: For a better understanding of the recipe, I always recommend watching the video recipe, which includes a step-by-step guide to help you succeed.

Nutrition

Calories: 97kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 74mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 175IUCalcium: 45mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically generated and thus we can not guarantee it is 100% accurate.

One Comment

  1. If you are using 1/4 – 1/3 of the batter for each crepe, how are you possibly getting ten crepes. Wouldn’t the max be 3-4/

    July 19, 2024
4 from 64 votes (64 ratings without comment)

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