Description
French crepes are a delightful culinary treat that bring the charm of French cuisine right to your kitchen. These thin, delicate pancakes are incredibly versatile, perfect for any meal of the day—whether sweet or savory. With endless filling possibilities, you can create gourmet experiences at home in just 16 minutes. Ideal for busy mornings or impressive brunches, French crepes can be made ahead and even frozen for quick meals later. Elevate your cooking game with this easy recipe and impress your family and friends with delicious homemade crepes filled with your favorite flavors.
Ingredients
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- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons salted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Blend the Batter: In a blender, combine eggs, milk, water, flour, sugar, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Pulse for about 10 seconds until smooth. Let the batter rest for at least 10 minutes.
- Heat the Pan: Preheat a nonstick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter.
- Cook the Crepes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the hot pan and swirl to cover evenly. Cook for about 30 seconds until edges are golden brown; flip and cook for another 10 seconds.
- Serve: Stack cooked crepes on a plate and fill them with sweet or savory fillings of your choice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crepe
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg