Basic Crepe Recipe (with Crepe Filling Ideas!)

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In our house, we LOVE crepes. I grew up eating them often, my dad made them for us on weekends especially when strawberries and peaches were in season. He would give us food history lessons while he cooked, and my brother and I loved it.

The perfect crepe is thin enough to be delicate yet substantial enough to hold the delightful fillings in.

Now, my family begs for these perfect crepes regularly and I’m guessing yours will too! You can’t go wrong if you follow this simple recipe, just check out the consistent five-star reviews!

Simple Crepe Recipe Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup + 2 tablespoon soda water can sub regular water
½ cup milk
3 large eggs
3 tablespoon unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
½ teaspoon salt

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How to make Easy Crepes

Add flour, water, milk, eggs, butter and salt to a blender. Blend until smooth.
Refrigerate batter for at least 20 minutes, or up to overnight. (optional)
Heat a crepe pan or non-stick skillet over medium heat until it's hot. Brush pan lightly with butter.
Pour batter into the pan. Depending on the size of your pan you will use about ⅛ cup batter per recipe.
Tilt and rotate the pan to evenly coat the bottom with crepe batter. When the underside is cooked, flip the crepe and cook the other side.
Repeat until batter is gone.

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Crepe Filling Ideas

Peaches
Strawberries
Bananas
Apples & Cinnamon
Nutella
Peanut Butter
Powdered Sugar
Whipped Cream
Homemade Caramel Sauce
Pumpkin Butter
Blueberry Syrup
Whipped Cream Cheese

What is your favorite crepe filling combo? I usually go for peaches and cream or strawberries with Nutella, but I tried bananas with salted caramel sauce this time, and WOW. It's a new favorite!

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Easy Crepe Recipe Tips

Buy a crepe pan. If you love crepes and want to make them regularly, this is key! I actually have two of them, so we can make all of the crepes in half the time.
Soda water. In any crepe recipe, you can substitute soda water for regular water. This helps your crepe batter to be just the right texture.
No skim milk. Sure, crepes will work with skim milk, but they won't taste the same. I am actually pretty firm on this point. We use 2%.
Refrigerate your batter before cooking. If possible, we mix our batter the night before and refrigerate overnight. If that isn't possible , stick the batter in the fridge for at least an hour, this makes a huge difference.

Breakfast Crepes FAQs

Is crepe batter the same as pancake batter?

While both crepe and pancake batters share common ingredients like flour, eggs, milk, and a pinch of salt, crepe batter typically has a higher liquid-to-flour ratio, resulting in a thinner consistency.
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Pancake batter often contains more fat (butter or oil) than crepe batter, which contributes to the differences in texture between the two.

Does crepe batter need to rest?

Allowing crepe batter to rest for at least 30 minutes to an hour allows the flour to fully absorb the liquid, resulting in a smoother batter and more tender crepes.
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We recommend refrigerating the batter for a few hours or even overnight. This is optional, but the longer resting period gives a richer flavor and texture.

Should crepe batter be runny or thick?

Crepe batter should be relatively runny, much thinner than pancake batter. The ideal consistency is similar to that of heavy cream. This thin consistency helps achieve the characteristic delicate and thin texture of crepes.

How do you make crepe batter smooth?

To ensure a smooth batter, it's essential to whisk or blend the ingredients thoroughly. You can use a blender to eliminate any lumps and create a silky-smooth consistency.

How hot should the pan be for crepes?

Heat your crepe pan or skillet over medium-high heat. The temperature should be such that the batter spreads thinly across the pan when poured.
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Before pouring the batter, lightly grease the pan with butter or oil. This helps prevent sticking and adds flavor to the crepes.

How do you know when to flip a crepe?

Visual Cues: Crepes cook quickly, usually within 1-2 minutes per side. When the edges of the crepe start to lightly brown and lift away from the pan, and the surface appears set, it's time to flip.
Texture: Crepes have a delicate texture, so you can often tell they are ready to flip when they can be easily loosened from the pan with a spatula and flipped without tearing.
Cooking Time: The first side generally takes a bit longer to cook than the second side. After flipping, cook for a shorter time to achieve an even, lightly golden color.

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This is the best crepe recipe, it's easy & you will want to make them again and again! We share all of our tips for how to make crepes at home that turn out amazing, every time!

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Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 25

Servings:

Calories: 88kcal

Author: Pretty Providence

Cost: $5

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Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup + 2 tbsp soda water can sub regular water
½ cup milk
3 large eggs
3 tablespoon unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

How to Make Crepes at Home

Add flour, water, milk, eggs, butter and salt to a blender. Blend until smooth.
Refrigerate batter for at least 20 minutes, or up to overnight. (optional)
Heat a crepe pan or non-stick skillet over medium heat until it's hot. Brush pan lightly with butter.
Pour batter into the pan. Depending on the size of your pan you will use about ⅛ cup batter per recipe.
Tilt and rotate the pan to evenly coat the bottom with crepe batter. When the underside is cooked, flip the crepe and cook the other side.
Repeat until batter is gone.

Notes

Pro Tips

If you have a crepe pan it helps to make crepes at home much easier.
Also, letting the batter sit overnight and using soda water instead of water take these crepes to the next level!

Crepe Filling Ideas