Crepes might seem tricky, but they're actually easy to make! These thin pancakes are perfect for wrapping around various fillings, whether you prefer them sweet or savory!
For more simple breakfast recipes try cinnamon rolls, hashbrown breakfast casserole and potato ham breakfast casserole.
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🛒Ingredients
- Flour - you can use whole wheat flour for added depth if you like.
- Eggs - bind the batter, help it rise slightly, and keep the crepes flexible.
- Milk - provides liquid for the batter. Whole milk adds richness, but any milk, including non-dairy options, works.
- Salt - enhances flavor, preventing the crepes from tasting too starchy.
- Oil - prevents sticking and helps brown the crepes while cooking.
Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.
Sweet or Savory
These homemade crepes are neutral in flavor, perfect for pairing with sweet or savory fillings. To make them sweeter and more dessert-like, just add 1 tablespoon of sugar and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract to the batter. Easy as that!
📋Tips
- Low and slow. Cook the crepes over medium-low - if the heat is too high crepes will quickly burn.
- Keep warm. Keep your crepes covered as you add each new one to the plate of finished crepes.
- When making crepes, pick up the pan and tilt it to spread the batter evenly across the bottom. This ensures they're round and thin.
- To prevent them from sticking together as they cool, place a piece of wax paper between each crepe.
Storage Instructions
- 🍱To Store. Store leftover crepes in an airtight container or gallon-sized zip-top bag in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
- 🥶Freezing. Place a piece of parchment paper between each crepe to prevent sticking. Then, store them in an airtight container or freezer bag.
- 🔥To Reheat. Thaw frozen crepes in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for 30-60 minutes. Alternatively, you can microwave them briefly until warmed through.
📖Recipe
Easy 5-Ingredient Crepe Recipe
Simple Crepes - Thin pancakes that are easy to make and perfect for sweet or savory fillings!
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1 ⅓ cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, for frying
- pinch of salt
Favourite toppings
- fruits, Nutella, cream cheese, chocolate sauce, powdered sugar ( optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, and salt until smooth.1 cup flour, 1 ⅓ cup milk, 2 eggs, 1 tablespoon olive oil, pinch of salt
- Preheat a non-stick skillet on medium heat and lightly coat with olive oil. Pour a ladleful of the batter into the skillet and swirl it around to evenly coat the bottom.
- Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden brown. Turn over the crepe and continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes on the opposite side Continue the process with the rest of the batter.
- Serve the crepes warm with your favourite toppings like fruits, Nutella, cream cheese, or chocolate sauce.
Notes
- To Store. Store leftover crepes in an airtight container or gallon-sized zip-top bag in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
- Freezing. Place a piece of parchment paper between each crepe to prevent sticking. Then, store them in an airtight container or freezer bag.
- To Reheat. Thaw frozen crepes in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for 30-60 minutes. Alternatively, you can microwave them briefly until warmed through.
Nutrition
Calories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 46mgSodium: 31mgPotassium: 93mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 125IUCalcium: 59mgIron: 1mg
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
🥣How To Make Crepes - Step By Step
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, and salt until smooth.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet on medium heat and lightly coat with olive oil.
- Pour a ladleful of the batter into the skillet and swirl it around to evenly coat the bottom.
- Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden brown.
- Turn over the crepe and continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes on the opposite side
- Continue the process with the rest of the batter.
- Serve the crepes warm with your favourite toppings like fruits, Nutella, cream cheese, or chocolate sauce.
❤️Did you make this recipe? Please be sure to leave a rating and a comment below. Thank you!❤️
Shannon
my favorite crepes recipe, I add 1 tablespoon sugar for flavor!
Rita
thank you, they are super versatile!
Rita
These homemade crepes are neutral in flavor, perfect for pairing with sweet or savory fillings. To make them sweeter and more dessert-like, just add 1 tablespoon of sugar and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract to the batter. Easy as that!
MaggieP
Tried the crepe recipe this weekend and it was a hit with my family! Super easy to follow and I love how you can switch between sweet and savory. Thanks, Rita!
MaggieP
We did both! Sweet for breakfast and savory for lunch. Can't go wrong 🙂
Jennifer Smith
My kiddos enjoyed making them, thansk for sharing!
Rita
thank you Jennifer!
Khristie
Adding vanilla and a touch of sugar to the batter was such a game changer for my dessert crepes. Pairing it with homemade strawberry sauce and whipped cream was heavenly.
Chris_K
Pro tip: let the batter rest for an hour in the fridge, makes the crepes even better. Trust me.
tammi23
im kinda new to making crepes, worried i'll mess them up. any foolproof tips? wanna impress my friends this sunday brunch.
Rita
Tammi, measure out your ingredients properly and especially the flour 🙂
CookinMama
Start with a hot pan and don't be discouraged if the first one doesn't turn out perfect. It's all about practice. And remember, even the less than perfect ones taste great!