Quick easy crepes
Easy crepes are a simple and easy breakfast made with simple ingredients and perfect for adding your favorite sweet or savory toppings.
This is the perfect crepe recipe for a holiday breakfast, weekend morning, or brunch This is a classic breakfast recipe, like pancakes, but wonderfully light and fluffy. They are delicious and easy to customize with your favorite toppings
This easy crepe recipe is the perfect way to enjoy a classic breakfast anytime you want it. If you've never done it before, paper-thin French crepes can seem intimidating. However, they are very easy to make with a basic ingredient list and ultra-simple cooking method.
Making crepe batter is no different than making pancake batter The main difference is that crepe batter does not have a rising agent, such as baking powder or baking soda. Those ingredients are what help the pancakes rise and become fluffy Instead, this dish is flat, and perfect for rolling with savory or sweet fillings.
Fillings and Toppings
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There are so many ways to enjoy this delicious crepe recipe Complete the breakfast treat with the usual toppings of maple syrup, powdered sugar, or cinnamon sugar. You can also get a little more creative with other favorite crepe fillings Below are some favorite fillings that you may want to try
Sweet Cream Cheese: Try mixing a softened package of cream cheese with 1 ¼ cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and 1 cup heavy cream. The sweet cream cheese filling is perfect for spreading on crepes and is a great base that you can add other ingredients on top like fresh fruit or chocolate chips.
Strawberry Cream Cheese Filling: The best way to enjoy cream cheese filling is by spreading it over crepes and then adding strawberry jam. Roll up the crepe, then add some more whipped cream, and sliced strawberries for another fruity twist.
Blueberry Crepe Filling: Like strawberries, you can make a wonderful blueberry filling in simple blueberry jam.
Banana Crepe Filling: Slice a ripe banana to layer on the crepe It's especially good if you mix it with a layer of Nutella, or peanut butter and drizzled with melted chocolate.
Ice Cream: Serve some ice cream over sweet crepes for an extra special dessert
Crepe Dessert Bar: Your guests will be delighted with a crepe dessert bar where they can build their own dessert crepe creations. Add crepes, various fruit toppings, jams, chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, whipped cream, and some sprinkles or crushed candy to really make your dessert bar extra special.
how to make quick crepes recipe
Crepe Butter: Combine flour, granulated sugar, and salt in a small mixing bowl. Then combine a cup of milk, water, melted butter, and eggs in a blender. Process until convergence Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and process again until smooth
Chill: Cover bowl and refrigerate for at least an hour or overnight. This is an important step because it allows the dough to absorb the liquid, giving you a more delicate result
Cooking Time: When you get ready to cook in the morning, grease a paper towel or use a butter wrapper to grease the pan. Use oil or butter to cover the entire bottom of the skillet Then keep it on medium-high heat Fill with a little less than ¼ cup of crepe batter and pour it into the center of the skillet. Cook for about 1 minute, then flip and cook for 10-20 seconds on the second side. To flip easily without breaking, use a small metal spatula and work from the outside to the center before flipping.
Finishing: Place the finished easy crepes on a towel, let them cool Repeat the cooking steps with the rest of the dough and layer wax paper or art paper between each one so they don't stick together.
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FAQ
What type of pan is best when making crepes?
A stainless steel pan is a good choice when making crepes If you want to use a nonstick pan, that will work too Be sure to use a thin rubber or silicone spatula on the pan so it doesn't scratch your nonstick surface.
Can crepes be made ahead?
The crepes will store well in the refrigerator and will make things super easy on the day you want to serve them. If you are making sweet crepes you can serve them chilled or at room temperature To make flavorful crepes you'll want to heat in the microwave or preheat the oven to 250 degrees.
Variations
Chocolate Crepes: For a surprisingly sweet crepe, reduce the amount of all-purpose flour to 2 tablespoons and whisk 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder into the dry ingredients.
Spices: You can add a few different flavors to the recipe like a teaspoon of cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger.
Savory Filling: You can use fillings like mushrooms, garlic, spinach, kale, broccoli to make a delicious savory crepe and top it with parmesan, Swiss or cheddar for a delicious cheese crepe. Add some protein with thinly sliced chicken or steak You can also make a delicious breakfast crepe with eggs, veggies, and sliced ham or any other breakfast meat.
how to store
Serve: This homemade crepe recipe will keep well at room temperature for up to 2 hours
Store: You can store delicious crepes in an airtight container lined with wax paper in the refrigerator. They will stay good for up to 5 days
Freeze: To freeze the crepes, separate the stack with wax paper and seal in an airtight freezer bag. They will keep well for 2 months To reheat them, thaw them in the refrigerator Then pop them in the microwave, or place them on a baking sheet covered with tin foil to heat in a 250-degree oven.
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