Crêpes sweet or savory
Prepare versatile crêpes using a simple batter, perfect for sweet or savory fillings. Cook on a skillet for a light, thin pancake.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| All Purpose Flour (sifted) | 250 | Grams |
| Whole Milk (room temperature) | 500 | Milliliters |
| Egg (large) | 4 | Count |
| Unsalted Butter (melted) | 50 | Grams |
| Salt (fine) | 1 | Tsp |
| Sugar (optional, for sweet crêpes) | 2 | Tbsp |
| Vanilla Extract (optional, for sweet crêpes) | 1 | Tsp |
| Vegetable Oil (for greasing the skillet) | 1 | Tbsp |
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. If making sweet crêpes, add sugar.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and gradually add the milk, whisking continuously.
- Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the egg and milk mixture. Whisk until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter and vanilla extract if making sweet crêpes. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with vegetable oil.
- Pour about 60 milliliters of batter into the skillet, tilting to spread evenly.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges start to lift, then flip and cook for another minute.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, stacking crêpes on a plate and covering to keep warm.
Prep
- Let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Kitchen equipment
Non-stick SkilletWhisk