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Classic French crepes served on a white plate, topped with whipped cream and drizzled with melted chocolate.

Classic French Crepes

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine French
Servings 20 crepes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • ½ cup water
  • 3 tbsp sunflower oil or melted butter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  • Gradually add the milk and water while whisking.
  • Add sunflower oil or melted butter, and mix until fully combined.
  • Gradually whisk in the flour until the batter is smooth. Make sure to whisk thoroughly to eliminate any lumps. The batter should be thin and pourable.
  • Let the batter sit for at least 30 minutes. This helps the flour fully hydrate and will make your crepes more tender. If you're in a rush, you can skip this step, but it’s best for texture.
  • Heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium-high heat and brush with a little melted butter.
  • Pour a small amount of batter into the pan (about ¼ cup). Tilt the pan in a circular motion to spread the batter into a thin, even layer.
  • Cook for about a minute until the edges start to lift up and the bottom is golden brown. Flip the crepe carefully using a spatula (or your hands if you're feeling confident!) and cook for another 30 seconds.
  • Remove the crepe and set it aside on a plate.
  • Fill with your favorite toppings, chocolate spread and banana slices, whipped cream, fresh berries, or simply dust with powdered sugar.

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