Crepe Maker Classic French Crepes Recipe
Grilling, fireworks, and tons of fun-filled activities with friends and family—it all sounds like a typical Fourth of July for us. Yet only ten days after the American Independence Day comes Bastille Day, when the French celebrate the revolutionary thinking that reshaped the western hemisphere with their own traditions.
To commemorate the French spirit of freedom and liberty—and accommodate our sweet tooth—we thought we’d share how to make traditional French crepes with this easy-to-maneuver crepe griddle. A savory crepe with ham and cheese.
Traditionally, the French eat crepes at dinnertime on the holy day of La Chandeleur on Feb. 2 to celebrate the end of winter and hope for harvest—but the dish isn't so rare anymore. Most Americans have probably have had crepes at a trendy brunch restaurant or from a street vendor in a French city.
With their exploding popularity, most of my French friends even have a dedicated crepe maker at home for regular meals and entertaining. This inexpensive, easy-to-use device has come in handy for me, too—and if you love crepes, they're a worthwhile investment. Here's how to use a crepe maker to make the very best sweet and savory crepes
A sweet crepe with strawberry, Nutella, and whipped cream.
Recipe: Classic French Crepes
What You Need:
A crepe maker, or a non-stick pan
A crepe spreader and spatula set for even thickness
A large mixing bowl
A ladle, or ½ measuring cup
A small container for melted butter
A pastry brush
2 cup all-purpose flour
4 large brown eggs
