Easy French Crepes

Delightfully thin and irresistibly versatile, these Easy French Crepes are a must-try for both novice and seasoned cooks. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and eggs, this foolproof recipe comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time, offering a beautifully smooth batter that's perfect for sweet or savory fillings. A hint of melted butter adds richness, while the optional vanilla extract and sugar elevate the flavor for dessert-style crepes. Whether you fill them with fresh fruit, Nutella, or ham and cheese, these tender and golden crepes are cooked to perfection in a non-stick skillet. With step-by-step directions and a rest period for optimal texture, this recipe guarantees authentic café-quality crepes in the comfort of your kitchen. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner—bonjour, culinary bliss!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups milk
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, for sweet crepes)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for sweet crepes)
• 1 tablespoon butter or oil (for cooking)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar (if using), and salt.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and milk until well combined. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, whisking constantly to create a smooth batter.

Step 3

Stir in the melted butter and vanilla extract (if using). If the batter seems too thick, add a small splash of milk to thin it out; the consistency should be similar to heavy cream.

Step 4

Cover the bowl and let the batter rest for at least 15 minutes at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour. This allows the flour to fully hydrate and ensures tender crepes.

Step 5

Heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with a small amount of butter or oil.

Step 6

Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the pan, tilting and swirling the pan quickly to coat the surface evenly with the batter.

Step 7

Cook the crepe for about 1-2 minutes, or until the edges begin to lift from the pan and the underside is lightly golden. Flip the crepe using a spatula and cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute on the other side.

Step 8

Transfer the cooked crepe to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, stacking the crepes on top of each other to keep them warm.

Step 9

Serve immediately with your choice of fillings, such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, Nutella, ham and cheese, or simply a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	646.9 grams (646.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1137

Total Fat 54.20g	69%
Saturated Fat 29.40g	147%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 498mg	166%
Sodium 879mg	38%
Total Carbohydrate 124.40g	45%
Dietary Fiber 3.30g	12%
Total Sugars 31.20g
Protein 36.90g	74%

Vitamin D 241IU	1205%
Calcium 539mg	41%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 847mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.1%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 43.9%