If you have ever wondered how to make crepes then look no further! This recipe is very simple, using just a few staple ingredients, and it makes enough to feed the whole family. You can enjoy these crepes for both breakfast and dinner and make them sweet or savory.
Making crepes doesn't have to be the scary task that people think it is...I don't know if it is the name (since it is so elegant sounding) or the fact that most of us have only ever had a crepe while out for breakfast or dessert, but let me tell you, they are SO easy to make and you will wonder how you went so long without whipping them up for your family!
These crepes use only a few ingredients (which I know you already have on hand!) and they make enough to feed the entire family. And guess what?! You DON'T need a fancy crepe pan to make them either (woohoo!) a regular non-stick frying pan does the trick perfectly!
Variations
savory crepe ideas
- Broccoli, Cheddar Cheese and Caramelized Onions
- Spinach, Ricotta and Crumbled Bacon
- Eggs and Spinach
- Eggs Benedict (complete with ham and hollindase sauce)
- Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese
sweet crepe ideas
- Fresh Fruit with Whipped Cream and Nutella drizzle
- Ice Cream (whatever flavor you prefer) with Nuts and assorted Chocolate pieces (candy bars!)
- Peanut Butter and Jam
- Vanilla Ice Cream with Peanut Butter drizzle and Bananas
- Drizzled with Maple Syrup and sprinkle with Cinnamon
Check out our Chocolate Orange Crepe Cake for a delicious, show stopping dessert!
Ingredients
As I mentioned earlier, making crepes at home couldn't be easier at they use ingredients that most of us already have on hand. You will want to make sure you have the following to make your crepes:
- Milk
- Butter
- Eggs
- Flour
- Sugar
- Salt
More Breakfast Recipes
- Peach Stuffed French Toast
- Chocolate Chip Scones
- Brunch Ideas - a full round up
- Carrot Coconut Muffins
- Simple Asparagus Cheddar Quiche
- Double Chocolate Cherry Muffins
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How to Make Crepes
This recipe is very simple, using just a few staple ingredients, and it makes enough to feed the whole family. You can enjoy these crepes for both breakfast and dinner and make them sweet or savory.
Ingredients
- 1.5 c Milk, we use 1%, you can use what you prefer
- 4 Eggs
- ¼ c Butter, melted and cooled
- 1 c Flour, AP
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
Sweet Crepes
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla
Instructions
- In a blender combine the milk, flour, sugar, salt, eggs and half of the butter and blend until smooth. If you don't have a blender you can use a stand mixer with whisk attachment. Let batter rest at room temperature for at least 15 minutes before using.
- You can make the batter a day in advance and just transfer to a sealed container, keep it in the fridge until you are ready to make the crepes.
- Heat a small nonstick pan over medium heat.
- Using a silicone pastry brush lightly brush pan with some of the remaining melted butter.
- Add batter using a ladle (about half full) and swirl the skillet so the batter completely covers the bottom.
- Cook 2 to 3 minutes and then loosen the edge of the crepe with a rubber spatula, then with your fingertips, flip crepe and continue to cook for 1 minute.
- Slide the crepe out of the skillet and repeat with the remaining batter, coating the skillet with butter as you need (do not over butter or your crepes will fry and be oily)
Notes
If you want to make sweet crepes (think Nutella stuffed with sliced strawberries) be sure to add the vanilla extract.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
2 crepesAmount Per Serving: Calories: 349Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 224mgSodium: 356mgCarbohydrates: 32gFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 13g
Nutrition information isn't always accurate.
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We like both savory and sweet crepes, and this recipe can easily be adapted based on which you are making so don't worry! As with most of my recipes, get creative and have fun with your toppings!! Take a look at some of our favorite toppings above for whatever cravings you may have.
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We actually make double and freeze what we don't use for easy, on-the-go breakfasts and dinners when we have no time (or just forgot to defrost the meat for the chili...again!). Be sure to do the same, and let me know your favorite flavor combination for your crepes! What are you waiting for?
This does sound easy! I'm much more a fan of sweet crepes for breakfast!
Yes I have a soft spot for the sweet toppings as well!
Omg looks so good!!
I haven't made crepes in a very long time, and you have inspired me to make them soon! I'm more of a savory fan, so this would be a perfect brunch idea.
I hope you get to make them this weekend, enjoy and have fun with your savory toppings!!
I love anything savory. This looks like a simple recipe. I've never made crepes before.
Oh you have to try it!! They are so easy to make and delicious to eat!
I've never tried making these but I'll have to know. They look so good and you make it sound easy.
I promise it is not as intimidating as it seems, once you get the hang of your pan swirl you will be stacking crepes faster than you can eat them 🙂
I love crepes! And I like the idea of making it in advance. Have to try your recipe, thanks for sharing!
You are so welcome! Anything that can be made ahead of time is a win in our house!
I haven't made crepes in forever. This makes me want a whole plate of them! This page is nicely organized too. 😉
Thanks so much Catherine 🙂 Why not spoil yourself this weekend and make a batch to enjoy!
I have to admit: I've never made crepes before! But your method is so simple that I'm going to give it a try. I am stoked to learn that I don't need a special pan to do it!
Yes, I hate when you need special equipment for one recipe so I always try other methods first and dance for joy when I need one less bulky item in my cupboards! They are so so easy to make, you will be making them every weekend <3
Some savory crepes on a Saturday morning for brunch? YUM-MY. Thanks for the recipe! 🙂
They are one of our favorites to make for a simple and delicious brunch!
ooooo! crepes! and easy!!! This will make a great snack this afternoon! I love crepes but I haven't made my own. gotta try this 🙂
Yes we love them too, especially how quickly they come together! Enjoy!
Wonderful tutorial, the crêpes look simply perfect! I love them with just some sugar and lemon juice!
Oh I will have to try that Azlin, what a light and delicious idea!
I’m with you! Lemon juice and sugar ..the best. My British Mum always made these as a special treat, I always got excited if she was making “English Pancakes”. (Translation: crepes!)
Who knew making crepes could be so easy! And I love your suggestions for savory flavor combinations.
Thanks Daniela!! I love both sweet and savory, I find so many people only think of a crepe for dessert so I thought I would help change that 😉
I love crepes but I'm not good at making them. The taste is there but they always end up tearing. I'm going to attempt making them using your recipe! Maybe I will try it in the morning 🙂
I hope they work for you!! Let me know if you give them a try! I think people often think they need a pin drop amount of batter to make them and that just is not true, I find when using the ladle that it is about 1/2-2/3 full and that is the perfect amount per crepe!!!
I love crepes! This recipe looks so easy, I will definitely give it a try!
I'm planning to make crepes for my daughter's birthday party next week. It's always great entertainment for them because they get to pick and choose the toppings. And I'm glad I can make these ahead!
What a fun idea!!! You must be the cool mom 😉 I think I might use that idea for our next family dinner night!