Classic French Crepes
Delight in classic French crepes, thin pancakes perfect for sweet or savory fillings, bringing a taste of Parisian cafes to your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: Sift the flour and salt into a mixing bowl.
- Whisk the Eggs: In a separate bowl, crack your eggs and whisk them together.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Gradually whisk in the milk and melted butter.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth.
- Heat the Pan: Heat a non-stick skillet and add a pat of butter.
- Pour the Batter: Pour 1/4 cup of batter into the center of the hot pan and swirl.
- Cook the Crepe: Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges lift and the bottom is golden.
- Flip It Over: Carefully flip the crepe and cook for another minute.
Notes
For variations, try fillings like sautéed spinach and cheese or chocolate hazelnut spread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crepe
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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