Classic French Crepes

Ingredients

All-purpose flour

1 cup

Milk

1 1/2 cups

Eggs

3 large

Granulated sugar

2 tablespoons

Salt

1/4 teaspoon

Unsalted butter

3 tablespoons, melted (plus more for cooking)

Vanilla extract

1 teaspoon (optional for sweet crepes)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, sugar, salt, melted butter, and vanilla extract (if using) until the batter is smooth and well combined.
2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature. This helps to create a more tender crepe.
3. Heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat. Brush the pan lightly with melted butter.
4. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the pan and quickly swirl it around to evenly coat the bottom in a thin layer.
5. Cook the crepe for about 1-2 minutes, or until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden brown.
6. Carefully flip the crepe using a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side until lightly browned.
7. Transfer the cooked crepe to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, brushing the pan with butter before each crepe.
8. Serve the crepes warm with your favorite fillings and toppings, such as Nutella, fresh fruits, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.