French Pancakes

Delight your taste buds with these classic French Pancakes, or crêpes, a versatile recipe perfect for sweet or savory dishes. With a delicate, lacy texture and a rich, buttery flavor, these thin pancakes are made from a simple batter of all-purpose flour, milk, eggs, and melted butter. Whether you’re indulging in a sweet treat with vanilla-scented crêpes topped with fresh fruit and whipped cream or going savory with ham and cheese, this recipe offers endless customization. Quick to prepare and ready in just 30 minutes, these crêpes are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Plus, they’re effortlessly cooked in a nonstick skillet with a light brushing of butter for that golden, perfectly cooked finish. Try this authentic French classic and elevate your home cooking with a touch of Parisian elegance!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Whole milk
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar (optional, for sweet crêpes)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional, for sweet crêpes)
• 1 tablespoon Butter or oil (for greasing the pan)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the milk and vanilla extract (if using).

Step 3

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.

Step 4

Stir in the melted unsalted butter until the batter is smooth and well combined. Let the batter rest for 15-30 minutes at room temperature for optimal texture.

Step 5

Heat a nonstick skillet or crêpe pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with butter or oil using a pastry brush or paper towel.

Step 6

Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the pan, tilting it in a circular motion to spread the batter into a thin, even layer.

Step 7

Cook the crêpe for 1-2 minutes until the edges start to lift and the bottom is lightly golden. Flip it using a spatula and cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Step 8

Transfer the cooked crêpe to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed.

Step 9

Serve the crêpes warm with your choice of sweet or savory fillings, such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, chocolate spread, ham, or cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	526.7 grams (526.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	732

Total Fat 56.30g	72%
Saturated Fat 31.70g	159%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 509mg	170%
Sodium 873mg	38%
Total Carbohydrate 32.10g	12%
Dietary Fiber 0.00g	0%
Total Sugars 30.70g
Protein 24.30g	49%

Vitamin D 250IU	1250%
Calcium 515mg	40%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 697mg	15%

*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: 69.2%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 17.5%