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Best Crepes Recipe

From Tante Marie's legendary cookbook, this recipe yields approximately 30 incredibly versatile crêpes—perfect for sweet or savory fillings! Imagine the possibilities: classic lemon and sugar, rich Nutella, savory ham and cheese, or even a gourmet mushroom filling. This recipe is a game-changer, creating a freezer-friendly stash of ready-made crêpes for quick weeknight meals. Pro-tip: Separate each crêpe with wax paper for easy thawing and serving!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 69 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Best Crepes 36

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Best Crepes

  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Amount for greasing pan
  • 2 tablespoons brandy (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

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How to Make Best Crepes

  1. In a large bowl, gradually whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 cups milk, and 1 cup water until completely smooth and lump-free. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Add 4 large eggs, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, and 2 tablespoons brandy (optional). Whisk until thoroughly combined.
  3. Let the batter rest for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 hours, to allow the gluten to relax for extra-tender crêpes.
  4. Heat a lightly oiled 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. You may use a small amount of butter or oil for each crêpe.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet, quickly tilting and swirling the pan to evenly distribute the batter into a thin circle.
  6. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until lightly golden brown. Flip using a thin spatula when the edges start to lift and the top appears slightly set.
  7. Repeat steps 5-6 until all batter is used. Keep cooked crêpes warm in a low oven (200°F) or stacked with wax paper between each.
  8. Serve immediately or freeze for later use, separating each crêpe with wax paper.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

4g

Carbs

2g

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