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Easy Homemade Crepes

This easy homemade crepes recipe yields thin, delicate crepes perfect for any filling, whether sweet or savory.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rest time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 216
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour for the batter base
  • ½ teaspoon salt for seasoning
  • 2 large eggs room temperature (helps incorporate the butter smoothly)
  • 1 cup milk warmed (whole milk or any milk of choice, helps melt the butter)
  • 3 tablespoon melted butter for flavor and texture
  • ¼ cup water to adjust batter consistency
  • 2 tablespoon cooking oil for greasing the skillet

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, eggs, milk, melted butter, and water. Whisk together until the mixture is smooth and slightly thick. prep
  2. Let the batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes. If not using immediately, cover and refrigerate for up to two days. custom time
  3. Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Once hot, lightly brush with about ½ teaspoon oil to coat. prep
  4. Pour about ⅓ cup of the batter into the skillet and swirl the pan to spread the batter evenly over the surface. bake
  5. Allow the batter to cook until mostly set, then flip the crepe and cook until golden brown on the second side. Adjust heat as needed. bake
  6. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil between each crepe as necessary. As they are cooked, stack the crepes on a clean plate and cover with a towel to keep warm. bake

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 216kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 279mgPotassium: 91mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 283IUCalcium: 21mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Room temperature eggs and milk ensure a smoother batter. You can use dairy or non-dairy milk as preferred.

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