High Protein Recipes

Classic Soft Crepes Recipe

Thin, delicate, and perfectly flexible crepes that can be filled with sweet or savory ingredients. These turn out soft, slightly golden, and easy to roll without cracking — just like in your image.


Servings & Timing

Servings: 8–10 crepes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Rest Time (optional but recommended): 15–30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: About 30–40 minutes


Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (or oil)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for sweet crepes)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Tools You’ll Need

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or blender
  • Non-stick pan (8–10 inch)
  • Ladle or measuring cup
  • Spatula

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Make the Batter

In a mixing bowl, whisk together:

  • Flour
  • Eggs

Slowly add milk and water while whisking to avoid lumps.

Add melted butter, salt, and sugar (if making sweet crepes).

Whisk until smooth and thin. The batter should have a pourable consistency, similar to heavy cream.

For extra smooth batter, blend everything in a blender for 20 seconds.


2. Rest the Batter (Recommended)

Let the batter rest for 15–30 minutes.

This allows:

  • The flour to fully hydrate
  • Gluten to relax
  • Crepes to cook more evenly

3. Heat the Pan

Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.

Lightly grease with butter or oil.


4. Cook the Crepes

Pour about ¼ cup batter into the center of the pan

Quickly swirl the pan in a circular motion to spread batter into a thin layer.

Cook for about 1–2 minutes until the edges lift slightly and the bottom turns light golden.

Flip gently and cook another 30–60 seconds.

Remove and stack on a plate.

Repeat with remaining batter.


Texture Tips

  • If batter is too thick → add 1–2 tablespoons water.
  • If crepes tear → cook slightly longer before flipping.
  • If too thick → use less batter per crepe

Sweet Filling Ideas (Like in the Image)

  • Nutella and banana
  • Peanut butter and honey
  • Cream cheese and strawberries
  • Caramel and sliced apples
  • Powdered sugar and lemon juice

Roll or fold and drizzle with chocolate syrup.


Savory Filling Ideas

  • Scrambled eggs and cheese
  • Chicken and mushrooms
  • Spinach and feta
  • Ham and Swiss

Skip sugar for savory versions.


Storage

Refrigerate stacked crepes (with parchment between layers) for up to 3 days.

Freeze for up to 2 months.

Reheat in a pan or microwave for a few seconds.


Pro Tips for Perfect Crepes

  • Use a good non-stick pan.
  • Keep heat medium — too hot will brown too quickly.
  • Swirl immediately after pouring.
  • First crepe is usually a test one — adjust heat if needed.

Final Result

Soft, flexible crepes with golden spots, perfect for rolling and stacking just like shown in your image. Sweet, light, and versatile for breakfast, dessert, or snacks.

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