Easy Wheat Crepes

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For the past two weeks, I’ve been eating crepes constantly. The obsession began when my sweet mom offered to make us a batch of her famous chicken and Gruyere crepes. I eagerly volunteered to help, and the two of us spent a Friday afternoon with a large bowl of crepe batter and two very hot skillets. The cheesy crepes were divine (I went back for seconds, maybe even thirds) but what I found supremely appetizing was a simple crepe–solitary and unadorned. I began to eat them straight from the refrigerator. Two weeks and four batches later, I’m still eating these crepes.

Crepes are one of those recipes everyone should master. The variation is endless. Dessert crepes, breakfast crepes, dinner crepes, and my favorite: snack crepes. Far easier than one might imagine, crepes never fail to impress company or children. You simply can’t go wrong. I also think crepes are an excellent choice for people who must eat gluten-free food. While this recipe isn’t gluten free, it’s relatively easy to find a replacement for the scant amount of flour in crepe batter.

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A few crepe tricks I’ve learned over the past four batches:

1. Let your batter sit, preferably overnight. This reduces the risk that your crepes will tear.

2. Use high-quality eggs. The fresher the better.

3. Invest in a crepe pan or a good non-stick skillet. Anything else will require a hefty amount of butter or oil to prevent sticking (which may not be a bad thing…)

4. Invite a friend to help. My mom and I made 30 crepes in 30 minutes. If you can get two skillets or crepe pans going, you’ll be far less tired at the end of the endeavor.

In other news, Ryan and I find out if we’re having a boy or a girl TOMORROW. We’re both supremely excited. Not only to find out the sex, but to see our baby again. Of course, I’ve received a wide variety of opinions about my child’s sex. I manage a small boutique here in Colorado, and I’ve had countless customers explain why I’m having a girl….followed by countless customers confident I’m having a boy.

So what do you think?

I’ll be sharing the news on Friday evening, shortly after we tell our family over giant bowls of pasta and a three layer berry cake. Here’s to week 20 of pregnancy! I’m half-way there!

Easy Wheat Crepes

4 eggs

1 1/2 cup whole milk

3/4 cup whole wheat flour

1/4 cup flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1. In a blender, combine flour, sugar, salt, milk, eggs, and butter.

2. Puree until mixture is smooth and bubbles form on top, about 30 seconds. Let batter sit in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or refrigerate in an airtight container, up to 1 day; whisk before using).

3. Heat a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium. Lightly coat with butter. Add 1/4 cup batter and swirl to completely cover bottom of skillet. Cook until underside of crepe is golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes.

4. Loosen edge of crepe with a rubber spatula, then with your fingertips, quickly flip. Cook 1 minute more. Slide crepe out of skillet and repeat with remaining batter. (Coat pan with butter as needed.)

Yields: 12 crepes

Monet

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36 thoughts on “Easy Wheat Crepes”

  1. Eileen

    I’ve never made crepes Monet but you inspire me to do so. As far as the baby goes, I’m thinking girl 🙂 Can’t wait for the answer. Have a great week!

  2. Elizabeth

    I think you’re having a girl! She hasn’t stolen your beauty, but I still think it’s a girl 😉

  3. kitchen flavours

    Hi Monet,
    Your crepes looks wonderful! It has been sometime since I last made any!
    Over here, older folks would “know” by the shape of your tummy! If it is round and big, then it is a girl! If it is oval and “slightly sharp”, it is a boy! Hahaha! Both times when I was pregnant, my tummy was really huge and round! First is a girl, second is a boy! 🙂
    Now, I am really curious to know, boy or girl for you!
    Take care and have a lovely week!

  4. Becky

    Monet,
    I haven’t made crepes in years. They were all the rage in the 70’s or 80’s, but I need too soon.

    I can’t wait for the big reveal, but I think that you are having a girl:)

  5. Orchidea

    Crepes are so good, in the North part of Italy we call them “palacinche” and my dad is a master in making them. Now you made me want to make them right now…
    I am guessing you will ahve a baby girl!
    Ciao.

  7. zerrin

    Monet, I make crepes generally for breakfast and we enjoy it with cheese, jam or honey. We just put some of these into a crepe and roll it up! I’ve never made 30 crepes at a time though! Yours look so thin, great to have any time of the day.

    It’s very exciting to see your baby after weeks, isn’t it? Boy or girl, I’m sure you will be a great mom!

  9. Tammy

    I am sooo excited for you! My first inkling says girl. That will be so fun to hear. I would always talk to my babies and ask them to please make it obvious if they were a boy and a girl. Funny huh? But its always worked. Hugs!

  11. Eileen

    I’ve never made crepes either, although I’ve been meaning to forever, since I love them! It’s a good thing I got some beautiful eggs at the farmer’s market this week, is all I’m saying. Would you mind sharing your mom’s chicken & gruyere filling recipe too? That combination sounds perfect. Good luck at your appointment–sounds like you guys will be thrilled, no matter what the result!

  13. CCU

    You look sooo happy my friend, good luck at the appt 😀 😀
    And love the crepes, perfect for dinner!

    Cheers
    Choc Chip Uru

  14. Marina@Picnic at Marina

    We love crapes, and make them quite often. My son, who is 16 now, started to make crapes when he was 12 because he saw on TV how chefs flipped it on the air and caught it with a pan. He made me to buy him a crape pan, learned how to make batter and from that point I have a reliable sous chef! 🙂

  17. Anne@FromMySweetHeart

    Eating plain crepes right out of the refrigerator? It must be a girl! Oh congratulations Monet…what a wonderful mom you will be. How lovely that your child will have so many beautiful cakes to look forward to! And your crepes look divine! Looking forward to hearing the big news!

  18. Jessie

    How exciting for you and Ryan! I look forward to the news, and since everyone else is guessing, I’m going to say … girl! 😉

    The first time I made crepes was when I worked in NYC for a summer and lived in one of Columbia’s dorms. My roommates and I bonded over crepes and it was fabulous 🙂 Enjoy your week, Monet!

  19. Jeanne

    I’ve never made crepes – I better fix that! These crepes look fabulous. Can’t wait to hear whether you’ll have a baby boy or girl!

  20. Leah @ Why Deprive?

    I’ve tried making crepes before without a whole ton of luck, but I also didn’t follow the directions, so that was probably my issue. I think I may need to try again.

    I’m so excited to find out if you’re having a boy or a girl. I have no idea which it will be, and I think either one would be amazing. You’re going to be such a wonderful mother. 🙂

  21. Beth

    What an exciting time for you! My husband and I chose not to find out whether we were having a boy or a girl. With my first baby, everyone told me it was a boy (based on the shape of my stomach, where I was putting on weight, baby’s heartbeat, etc.). And when she was born – surprise! Whichever sex you have, I know you’ll love your baby with your whole heart.

  22. Nami | Just One Cookbook

    Hi Monet! You got me excited with several things! First, you’ll find out the baby gender! From looking at your photo… let me say it’s a boy!? I have my theory too but I’ll just keep quiet. Haha! I must try your crepe recipe. I do make it too, but mine can be improved and yours look perfect to me! And I am excited to try your mom’s chicken and Gruyere crepe! Anything special that she put in the crepe that I should know about? Happy 20th week!

  23. Liz

    Now “I’m” craving crepes! Your photos are so enticing, Monet! I can’t decide whether I want chicken and Gruyere first or strawberries with cream….mmmmmmm…

    PS…can’t wait to hear your news!

  25. Nuts about food

    Oh yes! I remember those opinions all too well. I looked like I was expecting a boy and everyone said I was and then she was born! Can’t wait to find out, I am so curious now!

  26. Julia {The Roasted Root}

    Can’t wait to hear the gender of the baby!! What an exciting day!! Your crepes look fabulous and I have yet to try a dinner crepe, so your post has reminded me that this needs to happen soon! 30 crepes in 30 minutes is amazing – at this rate, you could be making crepe cakes all day long!! 🙂

  27. Lori Lynn

    Hi Monet – it’s been a long while since I’ve visited. Your site looks charming! And congrats on your baby!

    Thanks for the crepes tips, and love the Franciscan Apple dinnerware, we have that too, it’s over 60 years old!
    LL

  28. Joyti

    1. I haven’t visited for a while, but CONGRATULATIONS on the little one! I’m jealous…
    2. The crepes look and sound delicious

    And congratulations! Eeeps, so exciting 🙂

  30. Caitlyn

    As per usual, I will immediately be pinning this recipe for later use.

    I think you’re having a girl, but that’s mostly because I want to read blog posts involving pigtails and dresses and mary janes.

    You look stunning, so excited that you guys are back in Colorado!

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