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Easy Crepe Recipe

4.9 from 142 reviews

This Easy Crepe Recipe delivers thin, delicate, and versatile crepes that are perfect for sweet or savory fillings. Made with simple pantry ingredients and blended for a smooth batter, these crepes cook quickly in a skillet to a golden finish. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, they can be stacked and stored for later use.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup lukewarm water
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted (plus more for sautéing)

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • Pinch sea salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the batter: Add the wet ingredients into a blender first—start with lukewarm water, warm milk, eggs, and melted butter—followed by the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, and salt. Blend on low speed until the mixture is smooth and fully combined. Set the batter aside for a few minutes for the air bubbles to dissipate, ensuring a smooth crepe texture.
  2. Heat the pan and melt butter: Place a crepe pan or a 10-inch non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt a small amount of butter to coat the surface. Using two skillets can speed up the cooking process, but one works fine.
  3. Cook the first side: Pour about ¼ cup of batter into the heated skillet. Immediately swirl the pan to evenly spread the batter, coating the bottom fully and filling any gaps with a little more batter if needed. Allow the edges to turn golden and set firmly, which typically takes about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Flip the crepe: Use a thin-edged spatula to carefully lift and flip the crepe once the edges are golden and the underside is cooked. Cook the second side for about 30 seconds or until it achieves a golden color as well.
  5. Repeat and stack: Remove the cooked crepe to a clean cutting board. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, adding more butter to the skillet as needed. Once all crepes are cooked and at room temperature, stack them for serving or storage.

Notes

  • For thinner crepes, add a little more water or milk to the batter to adjust consistency.
  • Use a non-stick pan or well-seasoned crepe pan to prevent sticking.
  • Serve crepes with sweet fillings like fresh fruit, Nutella, or syrup, or savory options like ham, cheese, and sautéed vegetables.
  • Crepes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, wrapped tightly to prevent drying out.
  • Letting the batter rest helps improve the texture by allowing the flour to hydrate fully.

Keywords: Easy crepe recipe, crepes, French crepes, breakfast crepes, thin pancakes