Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 eggs large,
- 2 tbsp butter melted
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, melted butter, sugar, and salt until smooth.
- Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each crêpe. Tilt the pan with a circular motion so that the batter coats the surface evenly.
- Cook the crêpe for about 2 minutes, until the bottom is light brown. Loosen with a spatula, turn, and cook the other side.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings and fillings.
Nutrition
A crêpe is a thin, delicate French pancake made from a simple batter of flour, eggs, milk, and butter. Unlike American pancakes, crêpes are not fluffy and are often rolled or folded with sweet or savory fillings.
Both! Sweet crêpes are often filled with fruit, chocolate, or whipped cream, while savory crêpes (called galettes in French) can include cheese, ham, eggs, or vegetables.
While a crêpe pan is helpful because of its flat surface and low sides, you can make crêpes in any non-stick skillet or frying pan.
Yes! You can make crêpes ahead and store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, or freeze them for up to 2 months. Just layer them with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Crêpe batter should be very thin—almost the consistency of heavy cream. If it’s too thick, add a bit more milk. To avoid lumps, mix the batter thoroughly or use a blender for a smooth texture.
Traditional crêpes contain flour and milk, but they can easily be made gluten-free with alternative flours (like buckwheat or rice flour) and dairy-free with plant-based milks and butter substitutes.
Crêpes are thinner, larger, and have no leavening agent (like baking powder). Pancakes are thicker and fluffier due to the leavening.
Crêpes? More like flopé. Tried twice and they just never came out right!
I feel you! Crêpes can be tricky. Maybe try less milk next time? They gotta be thin! 🤔
Don’t give up! I failed my first few tries too. Just need practice, like flipping them better.
Soo good!!! 👍 Best breakfast ever!
I totally agree! These crêpes are life-changing! 😍
Yummy! I filled mine with Nutella and bananas. So good!
Nutella? Isn’t that kinda too sweet? I prefer just some fruit, but whatever floats your boat!
That sounds amazing! Nutella and bananas are such a perfect combo. Can’t wait to try it that way!
Super easy and quick. My kids loved them! I might add chocolate next time.
I don’t know, could be too easy. My kids are picky eaters, they might not like it.
Glad to hear your kids loved them! Adding chocolate sounds amazing! 🍫
I tried this recipe but they stuck to the pan. I think my pan isn’t good enough.
These crêpes turned out amazing! It’s my new go-to recipe. Thanks!
I’m so glad you liked them! Crêpes are the best, right? What’s your favorite topping to use?
Why do you need so much flour? A 1 cup should be enough plus more milk.
Nah, 1 cup ain’t enough! Trust me, I’ve tried it and they ended up all wet and sticky. More flour is better!
I think the amount of flour is just right for the consistency you need. A little more flour helps make them sturdier!
Is 2 tbsp butter really needed? Seems like a lot. I just used one.