Instructions
Step 1: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, eggs, milk, melted butter, sugar, and salt until smooth. (You can also use a blender for extra silky batter.)
Step 2: Let the batter rest for 20–30 minutes at room temperature to relax the gluten.
Step 3: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
Step 4: Pour about ¼ cup of batter into the pan, swirling quickly to spread it evenly into a thin layer.
Step 5: Cook for 1–2 minutes until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden. Flip carefully and cook the other side for 30–60 seconds.
Step 6: Repeat with remaining batter, stacking crepes on a plate. Cover with a towel to keep warm.
Step 7: Fill or drizzle with your favorite toppings — chocolate, fruit, nuts, or spreads — then roll or fold as desired.
Tips & Secrets
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Resting the batter is key for tender crepes.
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Keep crepes warm by covering with foil or placing them in a low oven.
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For extra thin crepes, add a splash more milk to the batter.
Serving & Storage
Serve warm with sweet or savory fillings. Leftover crepes can be stored in the fridge (covered) for up to 3 days or frozen with parchment between them for up to 2 months. Reheat in a pan or microwave.
Variations
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Make savory crepes by omitting sugar and filling with cheese, mushrooms, or chicken.
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Add cocoa powder to the batter for chocolate crepes.
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Create a layered crepe cake by stacking with cream or custard between each layer.
Conclusion
These Classic Homemade Crepes are simple, delicious, and endlessly adaptable. Whether rolled with chocolate, filled with fruit, or enjoyed plain, they’re the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Once you try them, they’ll become a family favorite!
