Authentic French Crepes
A simple and authentic French crepe recipe that produces thin, golden, and delicate crepes using basic pantry ingredients. Perfect for sweet or savory fillings, this quick 15-minute recipe delivers classic Parisian-style crepes that are easy to make and incredibly versatile.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or electric mixer
- Non-stick skillet or crepe pan
- spatula
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups White wheat flour
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon White sugar optional
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted) or vegetable oil
Flavoring
- 1 tablespoon Vanilla extract optional
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, eggs, salt, melted butter, sugar, and vanilla if using.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until the batter becomes smooth and lump-free.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium-high heat and lightly butter it.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the pan and quickly swirl to spread it thinly.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly golden, then repeat with remaining batter.
- Serve warm with sweet or savory fillings of your choice.
Notes
For best results, let the batter rest for 20–30 minutes to improve texture. Ensure the pan is properly heated before cooking each crepe, and re-butter lightly between batches. Crepes can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.