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How to Make French Pancakes in 10 Minutes!

Master the art of making authentic French crepes in just 10 minutes. Light, delicate, and endlessly versatile for sweet or savory fillings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • Butter for cooking
  • Your favorite toppings

Instructions

  1. 1

    Blend all ingredients until smooth - no lumps!

  2. 2

    Let batter rest 5 minutes if time allows.

  3. 3

    Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Add a small pat of butter to coat.

  5. 5

    Pour 1/4 cup batter, swirl to spread thin.

  6. 6

    Cook 1-2 minutes until edges lift easily.

  7. 7

    Flip and cook 30 seconds more.

  8. 8

    Fill with Nutella, fruit, or savory ingredients.

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

5 mins

Total Time

10 mins

Pro Tips

  • •A blender makes the smoothest batter
  • •First crepe is always a test - don't worry if it's not perfect
  • •Keep cooked crepes warm under a towel

Variations

  • •Add cocoa powder for chocolate crepes
  • •Fill with ham and cheese for savory version
  • •Make ahead and freeze between parchment

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Michael Brownabout 1 year ago

These crepes are restaurant quality! My wife is French and she approved. That's the ultimate test!

LanAdminabout 1 year ago

Wow, French-wife approved - that's the best compliment we could receive! Merci!