Unmeasured Crepes Recipe (2024)

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Titaniumbearer

per person: 1 egg, 1/2 cup milk, 1/3 cup flower, splash of oil and pinch of salt

ColomboCook

For each person you are feeding: 1 egg, 1/2 cup milk, 1/3 cup flour, splash of oil, and pinch of salt makes pretty much the right number of crepes. "Milk" can be half-milk/half-water or non-dairy milk, flour can be all or part-whole wheat. It could probably be gluten-free flour but I haven't tried that. Crepes made with half coconut flour and half all-purpose flour and with virgin organic coconut oil (not refined coconut oil!) are delicate and a bit fiddly but delicious!

Anne

I made the crepes using a gluten-free flour blend (mostly rice flour) and they came out nicely. Rolled them around a cranberry/applesauce with added walnuts and they were well received.

Anna

Five stars for being yummy and because I was starving and made a batch of this (vessel: 4 oz. jelly jar) in the blender, allowing me to eat yogurt-filled crepes in minutes. Then a couple of twenty-somethings rolled out of bed and I made more, which they ate with strawberry-rhubarb jam. Nice.

tannaz

I made it without butter,that tasted great too!
Remember to rest the batter for about 10min before cooking so the crepe will be less likely to tear during cooking!

Phil L

Pour it into the pan, then pour it back out. Just enough will stick for a nice, thin, even crepe.

Amanda R

Great Crepe recipe! Used 1 cup as the vessel, followed recipe exactly using salted european butter. Let the mixture sit for 30mins in the fridge before cooking. Best crepes I've made. Excellent version of a classic recipe! Recommend.

Len Welsh

Use together a lager beer, milk, and cream as the liquids. Also add fresh grated nutmeg. There is absolutely no substitute for that. You will get a much more flavorful crepe.

Also, the amount of salt you add is crucial--try experimenting with different amounts. If you are making a savory crepe, consider using a bit of Japanese dashi in lieu of, or in combination with salt. If you are making a dessert crepe, consider adding a bit of dark maple syrup, dark brown sugar, or coconut sugar.

Phil L

Instead of measuring into the pan, pour in too much, then pour it back out into the bowl. Just the right amount will stick and cook, and you'll get even, thin crepes.

nlee

To avoid lumps: beat the eggs, then gently whisk in flour until smooth before adding the rest of the ingredients.

Lisa

Excellent. Really good. And forgiving. I even forgot the butter and it still (almost) worked. I kept unused batter (with butter) in the refrigerator and cooked another batch two days later. Kitchen alchemy at its best.

Warren Bobrow, Author, Mixologist

And the pan she glistens with pleasure for butter she sizzles

nancy hoving

I assume this means a 1:1 ratio of flour to eggs and using the same measuring vessel the milk and butter.

Suzy

An “ ingredient on hand” filling is cottage cheese. Top with melted jam into which lemon zest has been grated. Elegant for breakfast,

CEM

Used whole wheat flour - worked well

Mary

per person: 1 egg, 1/2 cup milk, 1/3 cup flower, splash of oil and pinch of salt

Mary

per person: 1 egg, 1/2 cup milk, 1/3 cup flower, splash of oil and pinch of salt

Annie Ramsay

Buttered a small, warm steel pan over medium gas flame. Used the one egg, beaten, good glug of milk and a couple of medium spoons-full of flour, some small chunks of Comte cheese. Made two crepes. Filled with leftover cranberry sauce and sprinkled with coarse salt. Very good.

Luther

Love crepes so I'm not sure why I have waited to long to try this out. Holy cow, so simple and so good. And of course the sky is the limit on what you can add to these while they are cooking or afterwards. The measurements that a coupe of reviewers put forth from a couple of years ago are very accurate. Used a well seasoned de Buyer crepe pan which cooked these to perfection. Many thanks for the recipe as well as the tips.

Cameron

Fantastic basic recipe. I made these savory by using whole wheat flour and mixing herbs like rosemary and thyme into the batter. I highly recommend this.

Whit

Great recipe! Used 3 eggs, 1 1/2c liquid (1/2 c whole milk, 1/2 c half-&-half, 1/2 c water--just what I had on hand), 1 cup flour, glug of grapeseed oil, giant pinch of kosher salt, ~1/2c scallions & cilantro. Let it rest in fridge ~15 mins. Used a lightly oiled griddle. Delicious! I'll continue playing around with additions/flavorings, but this is a solid base.

Cole

For gluten free- 1/2 unit Casava Flour1/4 unit Oat Flour1/4 unit Hazelnut Flour

Kathy

This recipe was great dairy free, we used oat milk. It is a skill to get them as thin as possible, but it is worth it. We filled it with cooked strawberries + orange zest for sweet, bacon mushroom for savory with a couple of soft egg slices. Can't wait to make again!

Derrick

Works well for both savory and sweet crepes. Once I flip, I do a Breton style crepe by adding an egg, some shredded cheese, arugula, pepper, and prosciutto. It turns out amazingly.

Lekkerleker

This is wonderful as a dinner crepe stuffed with creamed spinach. Any leftovers could serve as dessert with a little lingonberry jam.

esther

This reminds me of once when I was in my teens and hadn't yet started to cook and was making rice. The instructions were 1 cup rice to 2 cups water. I couldn't find a measuring cup and had no idea what to do until a friend pointed out that it was just 2:1 and anything would work.

Anna D P

i use crepes to make manicotti and I use a small cast iron skillet to cook the crepes. After the crepes are made I add about a tablespoon of ricotta towards one end of the crepe and the roll. As I make them I put them in a container and put them close together. I have never frozen them but I have refrigerated them unfilled for about 3-4 days. Crepes can also be used to make lasagna instead of pasta sheets.

Kit

I mix in 25% buckwheat flour.

Judith

If you have time, let the batter sit in the fridge for a couple hours. The cooked crepes will be less rubbery. And if you want to make it the night before, it keeps beautifully. When I was pregnant, I had a bowl of crepe batter in the fridge at all times. I ate my version of crepes suzette (butter, brown sugar, melted; add triple sec, brandy; reduce) twice a day for several months. The sauce was done in the time it took to make 4 crepes. Didn't even bother cleaning out the skillets

jvtsargent

Not at all sorry to find ourselves at home w no buckwheat flour. These quick and unmeasured white flour goodies are similar to any recipe we would normally use, and really good - a lot of the goodness lying in whatever fruit is coming out of the freezer this week - or off the garden bushes - hopefully by July -

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FAQs

What is the secret of a good crepe? ›

Let the batter rest.

If you can make the batter the night before, or 8 hours before you plan to make crêpes, they will be better than straight away. This resting period allows the gluten in the flour to develop and bond to the milk and eggs, and this yields a more complex flavor.

What happens if you don't let crepe batter rest? ›

Resting the batter allows the flour to fully absorb the liquid and gives the gluten a chance to relax. While it's not the end of the world if you skip this step, it is the secret to the most delicate, melt-in-your-mouth crepes. Let the batter stand at room temperature for 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to two days.

Is crepe batter the same as pancake batter? ›

The main difference is that pancake batter has a raising agent in it, such as baking powder or baking soda, and crepe batter does not. This means that pancakes are thicker and fluffy while crêpes are thin and flat.

Should crepes be rolled or folded? ›

Traditionally, crêpes are folded or shaped according to the recipe directions. However, there are many recipes that would work well with different types of folds. Crêpes are also very versatile. Once you have the basic crêpe recipe down, you can use whatever ingredients and folds you like.

Can you over mix crepe batter? ›

If you over mix, the gluten will start to develop and you might get a chewier crepe. Letting the batter rest: The reason for letting the batter sit after combined is to allow the flour to absorb the liquid and relax. The batter will also have less of a floury taste. Doing this step will give you a softer crepe.

Can I use milk instead of water in crepes? ›

Yes, you can use water instead of milk in crêpes, however, milk does bring richness and flavour so if you have plant-based milk to hand we recommend using that instead of water.

Should you sift flour for crepes? ›

Sift the Flour into the Mix Slowly

One of the dreaded outcomes of any would-be French chef is lumps in the crepe batter. This isn't necessarily due to improper mixing techniques — it's typically a result of lumpy flour that wasn't sifted properly!

How long should crepe batter sit before using? ›

Chill the batter: Chill the crepe batter for at least 30–60 minutes before cooking it. This time in the refrigerator is crucial to the taste, texture, and success of your crepes. Use this time to clean up and get your skillet ready. You can even chill the batter overnight so it's ready to cook the next day.

Why add oil to crepe batter? ›

2 Answers. it's used mainly for 2 purposes the first being flavour (if u're making sweet crepes,as we call them in europe, better to use butter: if u're making savoury u can replace the butter with olive oil to give an aromatic note) and the second being elasticity and "bounciness".

What is the stove top temperature used when cooking crepes? ›

How hot a pan for crêpes? Though crêpes have no leavening per se, they do end up with a slight airiness that is part of their appeal. And that texture is due to a properly heated pan. We used an IR-gun thermometer to temp our pan to 400°F (204°C), and you should too!

Should crepe batter have bubbles? ›

Once you make the batter you will notice bubbles; when the batter rests, those go away. The result is a crepe that is tender and shouldn't tear when cooked. Today's recipe for basic crepes can be filled with a sweet or savory filling. If you want sweet crepes, see cook's note.

When preparing crepe batter, which ingredient will increase the overall richness the most? ›

There's only so much butter the batter can take. Extra yolks, on the other hand, are what you would add if you wanted a heartier, richer crepe.

Which crepe batter has the proper consistency? ›

Crepe batter shouldn't be the consistency of pancake batter. It should be extremely thin! Use a ladle to test the mixture's thickness and make sure it has the consistency of heavy cream — almost liquid. If you've found that it's too thick, make a thinner batch, then add both batches together to correct the problem.

What is the best type of crepe? ›

Some of the most popular crepes are those that include some type of fresh fruit or jam. Blueberries, strawberries, and cherries are often paired with chocolate spreads, cream cheese, and whipped cream. For a savory dish, crepes egg benedict is a delicious option.

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