Description
Delicate French crepes invite culinary adventure with their silky texture and versatile charm. Classic techniques from Joy of Cooking promise elegant results that welcome sweet or savory fillings you’ll savor with European-inspired delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) milk
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) water
Liquid/Binding Ingredients:
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) salt
Fat Ingredient:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) butter, melted
Instructions
- Combine flour and eggs in a large mixing bowl, creating a initial base for the delicate batter. Gradually introduce milk and water, whisking consistently to eliminate any potential lumps and ensure a silky-smooth consistency.
- Incorporate melted butter and a pinch of salt into the liquid mixture, continuing to blend until the batter reaches a uniform, velvety texture with no visible streaks.
- Prepare a non-stick griddle or flat skillet by lightly greasing the surface and heating to a medium-high temperature (approximately 375°F or 190°C), allowing the cooking surface to reach an even heat distribution.
- Ladle approximately 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) of batter onto the heated surface, immediately tilting and rotating the pan in a circular motion to create a thin, even layer that covers the entire cooking area.
- Allow the crêpe to cook for 60-90 seconds until the bottom develops a delicate golden-brown color and the upper surface transitions from glossy and wet to a matte, slightly dry appearance.
- Gently loosen the edges of the crêpe using a thin spatula, carefully flip the delicate pancake, and cook the reverse side for an additional 30-45 seconds until achieving a light golden hue.
- Transfer the finished crêpe to a warm plate, repeating the process with remaining batter, and serve immediately with preferred sweet or savory accompaniments.
Notes
- Master the swirling technique by tilting the pan quickly after pouring batter to create paper-thin, even layers that cook uniformly.
- Select a quality non-stick pan with smooth surface to prevent sticking and ensure easy crepe release without tearing.
- Control heat meticulously by keeping temperature at medium-high, watching for golden-brown edges that signal perfect cooking time.
- Adjust batter consistency by whisking in extra liquid if too thick, aiming for a silky, smooth texture that flows like light cream.
- Transform your crepes with endless filling combinations ranging from sweet Nutella and caramelized bananas to savory ham and melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Dessert
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 154
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg