Thin Crepes Recipe

A plate of three rolled crepes stuffed with cream cheese filling.

5 from 1 vote

This Thin Crepes Recipe yields delicate, lacy pancakes perfect for sweet or savory fillings. Made with just a few basic ingredients, these crepes are easy to prepare and ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a light snack!

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword thin crepes recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 36

Total Time 46

Servings crepes

Calories 125kcal

Author Sue Ringsdorf

Ingredients

4 large eggs
1 ¾ cup whole milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter - melted
olive oil, butter, or baking spray - to prep the pan for cooking

Instructions

Make crepe batter. In a large blender, combine the eggs and milk and blend until mixed. Then add flour, sugar, melted butter, and salt. Blend again until combined, about 30 seconds.
4 large eggs, 1 ¾ cup whole milk, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Add batter to preheated pan. Heat a 9-inch nonstick pan over medium heat and prep with baking spray (or olive oil or butter). Pour 1/4 cup of batter into the preheated pan and quickly tilt the pan from side to side so that batter spreads evenly (and to the edges) in the pan.
olive oil, butter, or baking spray
Cook crepes. Cook until crepe edges slightly crisp and then use a thin spatula to carefully flip. Cook the remaining side until just done. Each crepe will take approximately three minutes to make.
NOTE: If you're having trouble flipping the crepes, you can also flip them out onto a plate and then slide them back into the pan.
Serve crepes. Serve crepes with your choice of fillings or toppings.

Notes

Pair crepes with cream cheese filling and a side of fruit!
You can prepare the batter and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. Stir it (or blend) well before using as it may thicken.
To keep crepes warm while making a batch, stack them in an oven-safe dish and place in 200-degree F oven.
To make crepes flavorful on their own, you can add a little vanilla, sugar, or a pinch of cinnamon for sweet crepes, or a pinch of salt and herbs for savory ones. The sky is the limit!
Store crepes in an airtight container in your refrigerator for 2-3 days.
Crepes freeze well. Separate each with parchment paper, place in an airtight bag, and freeze for up to 2 months.

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