Restaurant Quality Crepes
Enjoy versatile crepes that can be customized with sweet or savory fillings, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Crepe Batter Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 cups milk Can substitute half with buttermilk for richer flavor.
- 2 tablespoons melted butter Plus additional for greasing the pan.
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- as needed Cooking spray or additional melted butter For greasing the skillet.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a blender, combine flour, eggs, milk, melted butter, sugar, salt, and vanilla. Blend until smooth.
- Let the batter rest for 30 minutes.
Cooking
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with cooking spray or butter.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the skillet, tilting the pan to spread it evenly.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden. Flip and cook the other side for another minute.
- Repeat with the remaining batter.
Serving
- Serve your crepes warm with a variety of toppings. Popular choices include fresh fruits, whipped cream, chocolate sauce, and syrup for sweet crepes; or cheese, eggs, ham, or sautéed vegetables for savory options.
Notes
To store leftover crepes, let them cool completely, then stack with parchment paper in between each crepe. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. For best results, adjust cooking heat as necessary and use a non-stick skillet.