Indulge in these light and delicate classic French crepes that are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a versatile dish that can be filled with sweet or savory fillings of your choice.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Additional melted butter for greasing the pan
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and milk together.
- Gradually add the egg mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until well combined.
- Stir in the melted butter.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and brush with melted butter.
- Pour a small amount of batter into the skillet, swirling to coat the bottom evenly.
- Cook the crepe for about 2 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Flip the crepe and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, stacking the cooked crepes on a plate.
- Serve the crepes warm with your favorite fillings, such as Nutella, fresh berries, whipped cream, or savory options like cheese and ham.
Interesting Facts
Crepes are thinner than American pancakes and can be filled with a variety of ingredients.
The flipping of the crepe is a skill that takes practice to master.