Description
Delightful French Crepes weave culinary magic through delicate, paper-thin pancakes perfect for sweet or savory adventures. Silky batter creates elegant treats that invite you to explore classic French comfort with simple ingredients and endless possibilities.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) water
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Preparation Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) butter, melted
Instructions
- Blend flour, eggs, and salt in a mixing bowl, ensuring a uniform mixture without lumps.
- Gradually incorporate milk and water, whisking continuously to create a silky, lump-free batter.
- Gently fold in melted butter, stirring until fully integrated and smooth.
- Allow batter to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes, which helps develop better texture (optional but recommended).
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, lightly greasing with butter or oil.
- Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter into the center of the pan, quickly tilting and rotating to spread evenly across the surface.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes until edges turn golden and surface appears slightly dry.
- Carefully flip the crepe using a thin spatula and cook the opposite side for an additional 30 seconds.
- Transfer to a plate and repeat the process with remaining batter, stacking crepes as they are prepared.
- Serve warm with desired sweet or savory toppings, such as fresh fruits, chocolate, or herbs.
Notes
- Resting the batter allows gluten to relax, creating more tender and flexible crepes that won’t tear easily when flipping.
- Use a non-stick pan or well-seasoned cast iron skillet to prevent sticking and ensure smooth, even cooking.
- For gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a blend of rice flour or almond flour to maintain delicate texture.
- Experiment with batter consistency by adding more liquid if too thick, ensuring thin, lacy edges that crisp beautifully when cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes 30 seconds
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 177 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 118 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg