Basic Sweet Crepes Recipe

Indulge in the most delightful, delicate crepes! This recipe, adapted from the iconic "Joy of Cooking," is a foolproof method for creating restaurant-quality crepes right in your own kitchen. Whip up the batter in a blender, chill overnight (for even better results!), and wake up to a Sunday breakfast masterpiece. Perfect for strawberry crepes, or any sweet filling you desire!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 60.8 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Basic Sweet Crepes

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How to Make Basic Sweet Crepes

  1. In a blender, combine all ingredients and blend until completely smooth.
  2. Pour the batter into a pitcher or container with a pouring lip. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably overnight (up to 2 days).
  3. Heat a lightly oiled 8-inch nonstick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat. (Test the heat by sprinkling a few drops of batter; it should sizzle gently.)
  4. Pour 1/4 cup (approximately 2 tablespoons) of batter into the hot pan. Immediately tilt and rotate the pan to spread the batter evenly into a thin circle.
  5. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the edges begin to lift and the top appears mostly set.
  6. Using a thin spatula, gently flip the crepe and cook for another 30-60 seconds, or until lightly browned on the other side.
  7. Transfer the cooked crepe to a plate or baking sheet lined with wax paper or parchment paper.
  8. Repeat steps 4-7 with the remaining batter, lightly oiling the pan before each crepe.
  9. Stack the finished crepes between sheets of wax paper to prevent sticking.
  10. Serve immediately with your favorite sweet fillings or let cool, wrap airtight, and freeze for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

8g

Carbs

2g