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Perfect Crepes Recipe

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This Perfect Crepes recipe creates delicate, thin French-style pancakes ideal for breakfast or dessert. Made with simple ingredients like flour, milk, and eggs, these crepes are easy to prepare and versatile for both sweet and savory fillings.

Ingredients

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Crepe Batter

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional)
  • Butter or oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. Prepare the batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the milk while continuing to whisk until smooth and free of lumps. Beat in the eggs and melted butter (if using) to create a thin, smooth batter.
  2. Heat the pan: Preheat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
  3. Cook the crepes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the center of the hot pan. Quickly tilt and swirl the pan to spread the batter evenly into a thin layer covering the surface.
  4. Flip the crepe: Cook for about 1-2 minutes or until the edges start to lift and the bottom is lightly golden. Carefully flip the crepe using a spatula and cook the other side for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  5. Repeat: Transfer the cooked crepe to a plate. Continue making crepes with the remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed.
  6. Serve: Serve warm with your choice of fillings such as fresh fruit, powdered sugar, Nutella, or savory options like ham and cheese.

Notes

  • For thinner crepes, you can add a little extra milk to the batter.
  • Resting the batter for 30 minutes in the refrigerator can improve texture.
  • Use a non-stick pan or well-seasoned crepe pan for best results.
  • Adjust heat as necessary to prevent burning while ensuring even cooking.

Keywords: crepes, French pancakes, thin pancakes, breakfast, easy crepe recipe, simple crepes

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