This recipe is a general cooking guide. Ingredient brands, appliances and food-safety requirements vary by country; follow local guidance and ensure food is cooked safely.
Ingredients
- 125 g plain flour
- 2 eggs
- 300 ml milk
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tsp sugar for sweet crêpes
Method
- Whisk flour and eggs, then gradually add milk until smooth.
- Whisk in butter and rest batter for 20 minutes.
- Heat a lightly buttered pan and pour in a thin layer.
- Cook until the edges lift, flip and briefly cook the other side.
Useful tip: Resting lets the flour hydrate and makes the crêpes less likely to tear.
Make It Your Own
Adjust herbs, spice level, vegetables and serving accompaniments to suit your household. Write down successful changes so the recipe becomes part of your own dependable collection.
Storage and Leftovers
Cool leftovers promptly, refrigerate in suitable covered containers and follow the food-safety guidance that applies where you live. Reheat only using an appropriate method for the dish.