Delicate Vanilla Crêpes – Light, Buttery French-Style Pancakes with a Sweet Aroma
Vanilla Crêpes are thin, soft, and lightly sweet.They have a delicate texture and buttery flavor.Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.Easy to customize with fruits or sweet spreads.Inspired by classic French cuisine.Elegant yet simple to prepare at home.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ¼ cups milk
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add eggs and gradually whisk in milk until smooth and lump-free.
- Stir in melted butter and vanilla extract.
- Let batter rest for 20 minutes to improve texture.
- Heat a lightly greased non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Pour about ¼ cup batter into the pan, swirling to coat evenly.
- Cook for 1–2 minutes until edges lift, then flip and cook another 30–60 seconds.
- Repeat with remaining batter.
Notes
- Resting the batter helps create tender crêpes.
- Batter should be thin and pourable.
- Use a non-stick pan for easy flipping.
- Adjust heat to prevent browning too quickly.
- Stack cooked crêpes and cover with a towel to keep soft.
- Add more milk if batter thickens.
- Use real vanilla extract for best flavor.
- Serve immediately for best texture.