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Perfect for a breakfast spread with sweet toppings like berries and cream, or savory fillings like ham and cheese.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":55,"activeMinutes":25},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1 cup all-purpose flour","name":"All-purpose flour","quantity":125,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"cup","form":"dry","notes":"all-purpose","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"2 large eggs","name":"Egg","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"whole","notes":"large, room temperature","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 1/4 cups whole milk","name":"Milk","quantity":300,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1 1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"whole milk","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted","name":"Butter","quantity":28,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"oz","form":"melted","notes":"unsalted, plus extra for the pan","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tbsp granulated sugar","name":"Granulated Sugar","quantity":12,"unit":"g","usQuantity":0.4,"usUnit":"oz","form":"granulated","notes":"optional for sweet crêpes","group":"Batter","optional":true},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1/4 tsp salt","name":"Salt","quantity":1.5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":0.05,"usUnit":"oz","form":"fine","notes":"kosher or fine table salt","group":"Batter","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center and add the eggs.","group":"Batter Preparation","title":"Whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Batter Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Gradually whisk in the milk and melted butter until the batter is completely smooth and has the consistency of heavy cream. If lumps remain, strain the batter through a fine-mesh sieve.","group":"Batter Preparation","title":"Gradually whisk in the milk and melted butter","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Batter Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Cover the bowl and let the batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 12 hours.","group":"Resting","title":"Cover the bowl and let the batter rest","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Resting"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Heat a non-stick 8-inch skillet or crêpe pan over medium heat. Lightly brush with melted butter. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the center of the pan.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat a non-stick 8-inch skillet or crêpe pan","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Immediately tilt and swirl the pan so the batter coats the bottom in a thin, even layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges are lightly browned and crisp.","group":"Cooking","title":"Immediately tilt and swirl the pan so the batter coats the bottom","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Carefully flip the crêpe using a thin spatula and cook the other side for about 30 seconds until set and lightly spotted. Slide onto a plate and repeat with the remaining batter.","group":"Cooking","title":"Carefully flip the crêpe","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"}],"notes":"Resting the batter for at least 30 minutes is the secret to a tender texture; it allows the gluten to relax and the flour to fully hydrate. For a perfectly thin crêpe, ensure your pan is well-heated before adding the batter.","cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["French"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["saute"],"equipment":["non-stick skillet","mixing bowl","whisk","fine-mesh sieve","spatula"],"diet":["vegetarian"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","milk","eggs"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":10,"unit":"piece","note":"Makes approximately 8-10 crêpes depending on pan size"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The batter can be made up to 24 hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Whisk gently before using."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store cooked crêpes stacked between sheets of wax paper in an airtight container.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat in a dry skillet over medium-low heat until warmed through, or microwave for 20 seconds."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fcrepes_60b2be1dc3%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=53555260-5d51-4f3b-b1ca-379cd4ebf166","imageAlt":"Classic French Crêpes — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["french","crepes","pancakes","breakfast","brunch","classic","delicate"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Classic French Crêpes","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T03:24:41.316Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T03:24:41.316Z","related":[{"id":"beans_on_toast_090f05da86","slug":"beans-on-toast","title":"Beans on Toast","description":"A comforting and iconic British breakfast classic consisting of savory tomato-sauced baked beans served over warm, buttery toasted bread.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":2,"cookMinutes":6,"totalMinutes":8,"activeMinutes":8},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["British"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbeans_on_toast_090f05da86%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=7e734a02-c405-4f58-9782-ca0a7c25a806","imageAlt":"Beans on Toast — recipe cover","tags":["comfort food","easy","quick","british","beans"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":5},{"id":"broodje_haring_91c744a5f1","slug":"broodje-haring-dutch-herring-sandwich","title":"Broodje Haring (Dutch Herring Sandwich)","description":"A quintessential Dutch street food staple. 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