Basic crepes are thin, pancake-like pastries made from a simple batter of flour, eggs, milk, and a pinch of salt. They can be served sweet or savory and are often filled or topped with ingredients such as fruit, whipped cream, cheese, meat, and vegetables. Crepes are a versatile dish in French cuisine and can be eaten for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert.
Basic Crepes
Course: BreakfastCuisine: FrenchDifficulty: BeginnerServings
6
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
10
minutesIngredients
1 1/2 cups milk
3 eggs
1 cup sifted flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. butter or margarine melted
Directions
- Combine ingredients in a bender and blend for 15 seconds until smooth. Let stand for 10 minutes.
- Pour a few tablespoons of batter in an oiled pan. Tip pan to fully cover bottom of pan with batter.
- Brown both sides of crepe. Sprinkle with powdered sugar or serve with maple syrup. Makes 12 crepes.