Indulge in the Timeless Charm of French Crêpes: A Culinary Journey of Sweet and Savory Delights
Prepare to embark on a delectable adventure with a collection of basic crêpe recipes infused with the refined essence of cognac. These versatile and timeless French pancakes offer a culinary canvas for endless creativity, where sweet and savory flavors dance harmoniously. From classic crêpes Suzette flambéed in a luscious orange liqueur sauce to savory galettes bursting with savory fillings, this culinary journey promises to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your crêpe pan, and let's embark on a journey of French culinary artistry.
VANILLA COGNAC CREPES
A splash of Cognac adds warmth to these basic vanilla crepes. Try them with sautéed apples and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Provided by Cucina Casalingo
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk all the ingredients vigorously until the crepe batter is completely smooth; allow it to rest in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes before making into crepes.
- Melt a little butter in a crepe pan or large skillet over low-medium heat.
- Add 3 tablespoons of batter to the pan and swirl until the bottom of the pan is covered with batter.
- Cook the crepe for 1 minute, or until the crepe is slightly moist on top and golden underneath.
- Loosen the edges of the crepe, slide the spatula under it, and then gently flip it upside down into the pan.
- Cook for 1 minute and transfer the cooked crepe to a plate to keep warm.
- Repeat with the remaining batter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 112, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 62.6, Sodium 118.8, Carbohydrate 12.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.2, Protein 3.7
BASIC CREPES WITH COGNAC
Provided by James Beard
Categories Dairy Egg Breakfast Dessert Quick & Easy Cognac/Armagnac House & Garden Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield About 12 small or 8 large crêpes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- For this basic crêpe recipe, sift flour, sugar, and salt. Add eggs, one at a time, and mix until no lumps remain (you may use an electric mixer at slow speed). Mix in lemon rind or vanilla, cognac, and melted butter. Slowly add milk and mix until batter is consistency of thin cream. Let it stand an hour or two before making crêpes.
- Heat a crêpe pan (either 6-inch or 10-inch, according to desired size of crêpes) and rub it with butter. (It should sizzle on touching pan) For each crêpe, pour a little batter into the pan, tilting about to let it run, covering the bottom in a fairly thin layer. When lightly browned on the bottom, turn carefully with spatula. Pat turned crêpe flat with fingers and brown other side. As each crêpe is cooked, remove it to a hot platter and keep warm. Re-butter pan as needed.
EASY CREPES WITH BRANDY
This French crepe recipe calls for brandy, but you can substitute any flavorful spirit or liqueur to customize it to your tastes and pantry.
Provided by Judy Kagan
Time 45m
Yield Makes approximately 12-15 crepes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a blender, combine milk and eggs. Mix on medium-high speed until foamy, about 10 seconds. Turn blender to low speed and remove feed top. With blender going, add sugar and salt. Replace feed top and blend on high speed for a few seconds, then turn blender back to low. In the same manner, add butter, brandy, and vanilla, replacing feed top and blending for several seconds after each addition. Turn blender off. Add flour all at once and blend until just combined.
- Place crepe pan over moderately high heat. With flexible spatula, spread a tiny amount of butter in pan (an alternative method is to brush the pan with melted butter using a pastry brush) and heat until butter just begins to smoke. Pour ¼ to ⅓ cup batter into the center of the pan. As you pour, quickly tilt the pan in all directions to spread a thin layer of batter across the bottom. Pour in just enough batter to cover the pan.
- Cook crepe over moderately high heat until bubbles just begin to form on the exposed surface, about one to two minutes. Lift up the edge to check the cooking process-if the crepe starts to burn before it is cooked through, turn down the heat. If it is not nicely browned after two minutes, turn up the heat.
- When underside of crepe is browned, flip and cook another minute or less, until other side is browned. Remove from pan and keep warm in the oven, loosely covered with foil.
- Grease pan with a very small amount of butter and repeat process. Continue until remaining batter is used, stacking cooked crepes on a plate in the oven. To serve, sprinkle each crepe with sugar or spread with jelly and fold or roll up. Do Ahead: Crepe batter can be made 1 day ahead. Refrigerate, covered, and blend briefly to recombine before cooking.
CHOCOLATE CREPES
Chocolate crepes can be made a few days ahead and assembled a few hours before serving. They're the perfect Valentine's Day surprise!
Provided by Diane Meyer
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Crepes Sweet
Time 1m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Crepe batter: in a large bowl, mix together eggs, milk, water, flour, sugar, 1 teaspoon butter, and cognac.
- Filling: beat pudding mix, instant coffee and whipping cream together with an electric mixer until the mixture is thick.
- Sauce: in a small saucepan, melt the chocolate, butter, evaporated milk, and confectioners' sugar together until the mixture is a little thick.
- Crepes: heat a small skillet (or crepe pan) to a high temperature. Place a small amount of batter into the skillet and swirl it around until the batter covers the bottom of the pan. When the crepe is slightly browned flip the crepe over and let the other side brown for a few seconds. The first crepe will most likely not turn out well, but the rest will. Stack the crepes on top of each other to let tem cool before filling.
- Spoon the filling into the center of each crepe and roll the crepe up around it. Spoon the sauce over the crepes and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.2 g, Cholesterol 108.8 mg, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 205.5 mg, Sugar 32.5 g
BASIC CREPES
Here is a simple but delicious crepe batter which can be made in minutes. It's made from ingredients that everyone has on hand.
Provided by JENNYC819
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Crepes Sweet
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and the eggs. Gradually add in the milk and water, stirring to combine. Add the salt and butter; beat until smooth.
- Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each crepe. Tilt the pan with a circular motion so that the batter coats the surface evenly.
- Cook the crepe for about 2 minutes, until the bottom is light brown. Loosen with a spatula, turn and cook the other side. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Cholesterol 110.7 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 235.3 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
Tips:
- Use a non-stick pan or a well-seasoned pan for cooking crepes.
- Make sure the pan is hot enough before pouring the batter. This will help the crepes to cook evenly.
- Swirl the pan to evenly distribute the batter and create a thin, even crepe.
- When the edges of the crepe start to brown, flip it over and cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Crepes can be filled with various ingredients, such as fruits, cheese, ham, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
Crepes are a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With a little practice, you can make perfect crepes at home. Experiment with different fillings and toppings to create your favorite crepe recipe.
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