THE BEST CREPES
Our classic crepe is versatile enough to go sweet or savory, just omit the vanilla if going the savory route. The rest time here is key; the flour absorbs the milk as it sits giving you a more tender crepe and golden color.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 8h30m
Yield 15 crepes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Add the milk, eggs, flour, sugar, vanilla and salt to a blender. Puree on high speed until completely smooth and slightly thickened and creamy, about 1 minute. Add the melted butter and puree until incorporated, 30 seconds more. Let the batter rest in the blender carafe for at least 1 hour at room temperature or refrigerate up to 24 hours. The longer you allow the batter to rest and hydrate, the lighter and softer the texture of the crepes will be; overnight is ideal.
- Before cooking, re-blend the batter at high speed for 30 seconds. This will reincorporate the ingredients, a vital step in getting an even golden color on the crepes. Wipe 1/2 teaspoon of oil on a large crepe pan or a 10-inch nonstick skillet with a paper towel. You don't want to see any drops of oil in the pan, just coat with the thinnest layer. Heat the pan over medium heat until hot.
- Ladle 1/4 cup batter into the pan. Working quickly off the heat, swirl and shake the pan to evenly coat the bottom with the batter. Return to the heat and cook the crepe, reducing the heat if it's browning too quickly, until the edges are light golden, about 2 minutes. Slide a spatula underneath to loosen the crepe and carefully flip it over. Cook on the other side until a few brown spots appear, 15 to 30 seconds. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with the remaining batter, wiping pan with oil each time. Stack the crepes on the plate as you go (you should have about 15 total). Let the crepes cool for 10 minutes before serving or filling.
- For fillings, we suggest Nutella and bananas or peanut butter and jelly for sweet crepes. Ham and cheese makes a great filling for savory crepes.
SIMPLE CREPES
Crepes are easier to make than you think. These French street-food staples can be dressed up with sweet or savory toppings and any number of flavorful fillings.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Crepe Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield Makes 12 (8-inch) crepes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a blender, puree flour, sugar, salt, milk, eggs, and butter until smooth, about 30 seconds. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or up to 1 day; stir for a few seconds before using.
- Heat an 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium. Lightly coat with butter. Quickly pour 1/4 cup batter into center of skillet, tilting and swirling pan until batter evenly coats bottom. Cook until crepe is golden in places on bottom and edges begin to lift from pan, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Lift one edge of crepe with an offset spatula, then use your fingers to gently flip crepe. Cook on second side until just set and golden in places on bottom, about 45 seconds. Slide crepe onto a paper towel-lined plate.
- Repeat with remaining batter, coating pan with more butter as needed, and stacking crepes directly on top of one another. Let cool to room temperature before using, wrapping in plastic wrap and refrigerating up to 5 days, or freezing up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 g, Fat 8 g, Protein 6 g
BASIC CREPES
Here is a simple but delicious crepe batter which can be made in minutes. It's made from ingredients that everyone has on hand.
Provided by JENNYC819
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Crepes Sweet
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and the eggs. Gradually add in the milk and water, stirring to combine. Add the salt and butter; beat until smooth.
- Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each crepe. Tilt the pan with a circular motion so that the batter coats the surface evenly.
- Cook the crepe for about 2 minutes, until the bottom is light brown. Loosen with a spatula, turn and cook the other side. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Cholesterol 110.7 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 235.3 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
CREPE BOMBS
This recipe comes from one of my favorite books Teens Cook Dessert. I haven't tried this yet, but can't wait.
Provided by valgal123
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 12 crepes, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Crepes:.
- Place eggs in blender and pulse a few times to break them up. Add the milk, oil, flour, and salt and blend until smooth.
- Heat an 8-inch saute pan over medium-high heat. Place a small amount of oil on a paper towel and rub it over the surface of the pan. Pour in 1/4c of the batter and quickly swirl the batter around until it covers the entire bottom of the pan. Cook for 2 minutes, or until the crepe is set in the center. Loosen the edges with a rubber spatula and turn the crepe over. Cook for 1 minute and remove from the pan. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, oiling the pan before cooking each crepe. The cooked crepes can be stacked on top of each other and gently pulled apart when you are ready to use them or they can be separated by pieces of waxed paper for easier handling.
- Sauce:.
- Place the butter in a small saucepan and cook over medium-high heat for 2 minutes or until the butter is melted. Add the brown sugar, orange peel, and orange juice and bring to a boil. Fold the crepes in quarters, arrange 2 on each plate and spoon the sauce over the crepes. Or you can make it a bomb by bunching the edges together, pour the sauce in and dunk the whole thing in your mouth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 621.9, Fat 38.1, SaturatedFat 18.9, Cholesterol 283.9, Sodium 575.7, Carbohydrate 58.4, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 29.6, Protein 12.7
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