Basic Crepe Recipe (Easy Breakfast Crepes)
This basic crepe recipe gives you thin, tender crepes for breakfast or brunch. The crepe ingredients are simple—eggs, flour, and milk—mixed into a smooth batter, then cooked in a lightly buttered pan. The flavor stays neutral so you can serve them sweet or savory.
Ingredients
For the crepe batter
Step-by-Step Method
Mix the batter
Whisk the eggs in a bowl. Add the flour and salt and stir until smooth. Pour in the milk gradually while whisking, then mix in the melted butter.
Heat the pan
Warm a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lightly coat it with a thin film of butter.
Cook the crepes
Pour in a small ladle of batter and swirl the pan to spread it into a thin layer. When the edges look set and the bottom is lightly golden, flip and cook the other side briefly.
Repeat and serve
Continue with the remaining batter, adding just a touch of butter as needed. Serve warm with sweet toppings (jam, honey) or savory fillings (cheese, greens).