Classic French Crêpes
Traditional dish · French
Thin, delicate French crêpes, perfect for any filling or topping. A staple of French cuisine, these are light and versatile.
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Ingredients
- All-purpose flour1 cup
- Eggs2 large
- Milk1 1/4 cups
- Butter, melted2 tablespoons
- Granulated sugar1 tablespoon
- Salt1/4 teaspoon
- Butter or oil for greasingas needed
Steps
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- 2
In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.
- 3
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth. Stir in the melted butter.
- 4
Let the batter rest for at least 15 minutes (or up to 1 hour) at room temperature.
- 5
Heat a lightly oiled or buttered non-stick skillet or crêpe pan over medium heat.
- 6
Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the hot pan and swirl to coat the bottom evenly.
- 7
Cook for about 1-2 minutes, until the edges lift easily and the bottom is golden brown. Flip and cook for another 30-60 seconds.
- 8
Slide the crêpe onto a plate. Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed.
