Looking for the perfect homemade crepes recipe? Keep scrolling 👇👇
Why You'll Love This Recipe
These light, buttery crepes are the kind you'll want to master and make on repeat. Perfect for sweet or savory fillings, they cook fast and can be prepped ahead-great for brunches, special breakfasts, or even dessert.
Keep scrolling 👇👇 for the easy recipe with only 5 ingredients! 👇👇
Recipe Ingredients
- 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- 4 large eggs - let sit room temperature if you can
- 1½ cups milk plus 2-4 Tbsp more if needed - let sit at room temperature
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for greasing the pan)
Keep scrolling 👇👇 for the step-by-step instructions with photos 👇👇
How To Make Homemade Crepes
Full ingredients and instructions are also in the recipe card at the bottom of this blog post.
STEP 1: Whisk Dry Ingredients
Melt ¼ cup unsalted butter in the microwave. Let cool it cool a bit to room temperature.
In a medium bowl, whisk 1⅓ cups flour and ¼ tsp salt.
Step 2: Mix the Batter
In a separate bowl, beat 4 eggs, then whisk in 1½ cups milk and 2 Tbsp melted butter. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and whisk until smooth. Let the batter rest, covered, in the fridge for at least 1 hour (up to 24 hours).
Step 3: Strain and Adjust
After chilling, strain the batter through a fine mesh sieve into another bowl. If it's too thick, add 1-2 Tbsp milk at a time until it's the consistency of heavy cream.
Step 4: Cook the Crepes
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and brush lightly with melted butter. Pour ¼ cup batter into the center and quickly swirl to coat the pan in a thin layer. Cook for 1 minute, until the edges begin to lift. Flip and cook the other side for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until golden.
👉 Quick Tip: A 10" skillet or frying pan will work best for crepes!
Step 5: Stack and Serve
Transfer to a plate and repeat, buttering the pan every 2-3 crepes. Makes about 16 crepes. Use parchment between crepes if stacking.
👉 Next up - Crepe Topping Ideas. Keep scrolling! ⬇️⬇️
Top Tips for Perfect Crepes
- Rest the batter: At least 30 mins = smoother, more elastic crepes
- Thin consistency: Like heavy cream-add milk if needed
- Hot pan = success: Medium heat, lightly greased, non-stick
- ¼ cup batter: Swirl quickly to spread thin
- Cook time: 1 min on one side, 30 sec-1 min on the other
- Butter often: Re-grease every 2-3 crepes for best results
- Go light on fillings: Keeps them foldable, not soggy
- Flip gently: Use a wide spatula, lift the edges first
👉 Next up - Full Recipe Card. ⬇️⬇️ Keep scrolling ⬇️⬇️
Storing Leftovers
- Fridge: Stack with parchment between, refrigerate up to 3 days
- Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze up to 1 month
- To reheat: Warm in a skillet or microwave until pliable
FAQs
Yes! Use plant-based milk and butter.
It's optional but highly recommended for better texture.
The batter might be too thick or the pan not hot enough. Try thinning the batter and preheating longer.
Easy Classic Crepes
Tap Stars To Rate!
Ingredients
- 1⅓ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- 4 large eggs - room temperature
- 1½ cups milk - room temperature, plus 2-4 Tbsp more if needed
- ¼ cup unsalted butter - melted (plus extra for greasing the pan)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk the flour and salt together to combine.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with milk and a portion of the melted butter.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth.
- Cover and refrigerate the batter for at least 1 hour (up to 24 hours).
- After chilling, strain the batter through a sieve into another bowl. Add extra milk if it's too thick-the consistency should be like heavy cream.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with melted butter.
- Pour ¼ cup of batter into the center of the pan and swirl to coat evenly.
- Cook for 1 minute, then flip and cook the other side for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Transfer to a plate and repeat, re-buttering the pan every 2-3 crepes.
- Stack crepes with parchment between each if needed. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Straining the batter helps eliminate lumps.
- Re-grease the pan as needed to avoid sticking.
- For best texture, rest the batter at least 30 minutes.
- Great sweet or savory-add fruit, cheese, or chocolate.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 days or freeze up to 1 month.
Nutrition info is auto-calculated and meant to be an approximation only.
Cheryl says
My Mother-in-Law used to make Blintzes at Christmas using crepes. This is my first attempt and this recipe made it so easy!