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Savory Crepes Recipe

Savory Crepes Recipe

These easy and delicious savory crepes are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with a herb-infused batter and filled with ham and gooey Gruyère cheese, they bring a touch of French cuisine to your table.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 Crepes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Crepe Batter:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Sifted
  • 4 large eggs Room temperature
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • ½ cup water
  • ¼ cup butter Melted
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs Chopped (chives, parsley, thyme)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Filling
  • 8 slices ham Thinly sliced
  • 2 cups Gruyère cheese Grated
  • To taste black pepper Freshly cracked
  • For garnish fresh herbs Chopped

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl For mixing batter
  • Blender (optional) For smoother batter
  • 10-inch non-stick crepe pan Or flat-bottomed skillet
  • Rubber spatula For spreading and folding
  • Ladle or ¼ cup measure For portioning batter
  • Offset spatula For flipping crepes easily

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl or blender, whisk flour and eggs until smooth.
  2. Gradually add milk and water, whisking until combined.
  3. Stir in melted butter, salt, herbs, and pepper.
  4. Let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Heat a crepe pan over medium heat and brush lightly with butter.
  6. Pour ¼ cup batter into the pan and swirl to spread evenly.
  7. Cook for 1-2 minutes until edges brown, then flip for 30 seconds.
  8. Transfer to a plate and repeat with remaining batter.
  9. Place a crepe on a work surface, layer with ham and cheese.
  10. Fold in half, then in quarters, and return to pan to warm.
  11. Garnish with herbs and serve warm.

Notes

  • Batter should be thin like heavy cream
  • Rest batter at least 30 minutes
  • Pan must be properly heated
  • First crepe might not be perfect
  • Can make batter night before