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Easy French Crepe Recipe

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By: Leigh Anne WilkesPosted: 8/28/19Updated: 3/02/23

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a strawberry crepe

This crepe recipe produces crepes that are thin and delicate, just like the ones they make in France.  Fill them with your favorite crepe filling whether sweet or savory!

Check out these other crepe recipes including How to Fold a Crepe, Crepe Bridal Shower and my favorite Crepe Filling Recipe.

French crepe on a plate

Blender Crepes

I have been fortunate to have visited France multiple times.  Each time I arrive, the first thing I do is find the nearest crepe street vendor! The next best thing to enjoying a delicious crepe on the streets of Paris is enjoying one in your own home.  Making crepes at home is a lot easier than you may think it is!  With a basic blender crepe batter, some delicious fillings and some kind of pan you’ve got everything you need!

pile of crepes on a cooling rack

Do I need a special crepe pan to make crepes?

The answer is no although it can make the job a little easier.  There are lots of different crepe pans out there and I have several different ones. My favorite one is the Crepe Pro but for years I made my crepes in my cast iron pan.

Crepe Pans I recommend:

  • Crepe Pro
  • Electric crepe maker
  • Crepe pan
  • Cast Iron Frying Pan

If you use a crepe pan, a cast iron pan or a pan you already have be sure to order one of these crepe spreaders off of Amazon, they make all the difference!  If you purchase a Crepe pro or electric crepe maker it will come with one.

blender batter

How to Make Blender Crepes

  • Use a blender or food processor.
  • Add in all ingredients and pulse until it is nice and smooth.  No one likes lumps in their crepes!
  • Pour the blender crepe batter into a bowl and cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use it.  I usually make it the night before.
crepe batter in a bowl
  • Heat up your crepe pan or whatever you are using over medium high heat. 
  • Grease the pan for the first crepe but I find that you don’t have to grease it after that.  Many times the first crepe doesn’t turn out, that’s normal.  Consider it practice!
  • Use either 1/4 cup or a 1/3 cup to measure my batter, depending on the size crepe you want.  Pour the batter into the middle of my pan or crepe maker. 
  • Use your crepe spreader to twirl the batter into a circle. This may take a little practice, it’s all in the wrist.  I hold onto the end of the crepe spreader between my thumb and first finger and pull the spreader behind my hand in a circular motion, turning my wrist as I go.
Crepe spreader

How Do I Know When My Crepe is Done?

Your crepe will be nice and thin and will cook quickly. Little bubbles will form on the surface of the crepe.  Carefully lift the edges of the crepe and turn it over.  You want it to be a very light golden brown.

Crepe cooking

It only takes a minute or so to make a crepe.  Remove the crepe and place it on a plate.  I cover my crepes with wax paper or a cotton towel to keep them from drying out.

pile of crepes on a plate

Can I make crepes ahead of time?

I often make my crepes the day ahead and just keep them in the refrigerator until I am ready to use them.  I will place the pile of crepes, between two pieces of wax paper and then in a zippered plastic bag to keep them from drying out.  Bring crepes to room temperature before serving.

Sweet Crepe Fillings

  • Sweetened whipped cream
  • Nutella
  • Fruit
  • Lemon Curd
  • White Chocolate Mousse
  • Yogurt

Savory Crepe Fillings

  • Meat – ham, chicken, turkey, crab
  • Cheese – Brie, Gruyere, Goat Cheese, any cheese that melts well.
  • Egg – You can fill the crepe with scrambled eggs or we often cook an egg right on top of the crepe while the crepe is cooking.
  • Sautéed vegetables – peppers, onions, zucchini or mushrooms.

How To Reheat A Crepe

You can quickly reheat the crepe by placing it back in the pan or on crepe maker and warming it quickly on both sides, then putting in your filling. You can also reheat the crepes in the microwave.

strawberry crepes

How long will crepes keep?

A stack of cooked crepes, placed between layers of wax paper and placed in a zippered plastic bag can be refrigerated for up to five days.  You can freeze them for up to two months.   If frozen, thaw in the refrigerator.

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Blender Crepe Recipe

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pile of homemade crepes

Blender Crepe Recipe

Recipe From: Leigh Anne Wilkes
This crepe recipe produces crepes that are thin and delicate, just like the ones they make in France.  Fill them with your favorite crepe filling whether sweet or savory!

serves: 10 crepes
Prep:5 minutes
Cook:2 minutes
Total:7 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 Tbsp canola oil
  • 2 cups milk
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Combine all the ingredients and a blender and pulse until smooth.
  • Store batter covered in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  • Heat the crepe pan or frying pan over medium high heat.
  • Pour 1/4 – 1/3 cup batter into middle of pan and using a crepe spreader, spread into a thin layer.
  • Flip and cook on the other side until just lightly golden brown.
  • Cover crepes with a towel or wax paper as you cook the rest to keep them from drying out.
  • Crepes can be refrigerated until ready to use.

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Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 152kcal (8%) Carbohydrates: 22g (7%) Protein: 6g (12%) Fat: 4g (6%) Saturated Fat: 1g (6%) Cholesterol: 54mg (18%) Sodium: 40mg (2%) Potassium: 109mg (3%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 3g (3%) Vitamin A: 150IU (3%) Calcium: 66mg (7%) Iron: 1mg (6%)
* Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only. Read full disclosure here.
Course:Breakfast
Cuisine:French
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