Crepes are and fun and easy way to let children get hands-on in the kitchen, and make their food their own creation! Perfect for a weekend morning breakfast or a quick dinner, here is a simple recipe for this classic French dish.
Batter Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Directions:
1. Whisk together flour and eggs. Gradually add the rest of the ingredients and beat until smooth.
2. Heat a greased medium-sized frying pan over medium heat. Pour about ¼ cup of batter into the pan, move pan in a circular motion until the whole surface is covered evenly.
3. Let cook for about 1-2 minutes, until golden brown, then flip with spatula and cook the other side.
Fillings for crepes can be sweet or savory. Here are some great filling suggestions, but let your kids experiment and see what else might taste good!
Peanut Butter & Jelly
Fresh Fruit & Cream Cheese
Melted Cheese
Sautéed spinach and mushrooms
Hummus
Lunch Meat & Cheese
Scrambled Eggs and Bacon pieces
Maple Syrup
And for Dessert Crepes fill with:
Cool Whip and Chocolate Syrup
Ice cream and Sprinkles
1 comment:
I agree. Children love crepes and can get in on the fun by adding their own fillings and helping you roll them up. Thanks for sharing!
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