Crepes

Crepes are a type of very thin pancake, usually made from wheat flour. They are traditionally served with a sweet filling, such as sugar, honey, or fruit, but can also be made savoury with cheese or other fillings.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (100g) wheat flour
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
• 1/2 cup (120ml) water
• 1 tablespoon (15g) butter, melted
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method

1. Sift the flour into a bowl.
2. Add the egg and milk, and whisk until the mixture is smooth.
3. Add the water and butter, and whisk again until the mixture is smooth and runny.
4. Add the salt, and whisk one last time.
5. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat, and lightly grease with butter or oil.
6. Pour 1/4 cup (60ml) of the mixture into the pan, and tilt the pan to spread the mixture evenly.
7. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the crepe is golden brown and cooked through. Flip and cook the other side for another minute.
8. Repeat with the remaining mixture.

Description

Crepes are thin, delicate pancakes that are usually served with a sweet filling. They can be made savoury as well, and are a popular street food in many countries. Crepes are very easy to make at home, and only require a few simple ingredients.

Potential changes & improvements

There are endless possibilities for changes and improvements to this recipe. Some ideas include:

• Adding different spices or flavouring to the batter, such as vanilla extract, cinnamon, or lemon zest.
• Using different types of flour, such as almond flour or gluten-free flour.
• Changing the ratio of milk to water to make the crepes thinner or thicker.
• Adding fillings to the crepes, such as sugar, honey, fruit, cheese, or chocolate.
• Serving the crepes with a dipping sauce or topping, such as whipped cream, chocolate sauce, or fruit compote.

What other food it works well with

Crepes can be served with many different types of food. Some ideas include:

• Fruit
• Honey
• Chocolate
• Cheese
• Whipped cream
• Dips and sauces

Common Mistakes

Some common mistakes when making crepes include:

• Not whisking the batter enough, which can result in lumpy crepes.
• Not heating the pan enough, which can result in crepes that are difficult to flip and cook evenly.
• Overcooking the crepes, which can make them dry and tough.
• Adding too much filling, which can make the crepes difficult to fold or roll.

Nutritional Information

Each crepe contains:

• Calories: 190
• Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 3.5g
• Cholesterol: 55mg
• Sodium: 210mg
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 4g
• Protein: 5g

Allergens

This recipe contains the following allergens:

• Wheat
• Eggs
• Milk