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Crepes

Crepes
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This easy crepes recipe delivers light, thin, and tender pancakes perfect for any meal of the day. Quick to prepare and versatile, crepes can be filled with sweet or savory ingredients, making them ideal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with simple pantry staples and adaptable for dietary needs, these crepes will impress without any fuss.

Ingredients

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Basic Batter Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for sweet crepes)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Slowly add the eggs, then gradually pour in the milk, whisking continuously to create a smooth, thin batter. Finally, stir in the melted butter. Let the batter rest for at least 15 minutes to relax the gluten and develop the perfect texture.
  2. Heat Your Pan: Preheat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil but avoid excess to prevent soggy edges.
  3. Cook the Crepes: Pour a small ladleful of batter into the pan, swirling quickly to spread it into a thin, even circle. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the edges lift and the bottom turns golden. Flip gently with a spatula and cook the other side for another 30 seconds.
  4. Keep Warm and Repeat: Transfer cooked crepes to a warm plate and cover loosely with foil to keep them soft. Continue cooking the rest of the batter, stacking crepes as you go.
  5. Fill and Enjoy: Once you have your stack of crepes, fill them with your favorite sweet or savory ingredients and fold or roll them up. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Perfect batter consistency is thin enough to spread easily but not watery; adjust with milk or flour as needed.
  • Resting the batter allows the flour to hydrate fully, resulting in more tender crepes.
  • Use a non-stick pan for easiest flipping and minimal sticking.
  • Cook on moderate heat to avoid burning and maintain tenderness.
  • Pour just enough batter to create thin layers; thick crepes lose their delicate texture.
  • Keep cooked crepes warm by stacking and covering them with foil while finishing the batch.

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