Basic French Crêpes

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly, then whisk in the whole milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
4. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flour to hydrate evenly.
5. Heat a nonstick 8-inch skillet over medium heat and lightly brush it with melted butter.
6. Pour about 1/4 cup (60 ml) of batter into the skillet, tilting and swirling the pan to evenly coat the bottom with a thin layer.
7. Cook until the edges lift and begin to brown lightly and the bottom is golden, about 1 to 2 minutes.
8. Flip the crêpe carefully using a thin spatula, and cook the other side for 30 seconds to 1 minute until set but still tender.
9. Transfer the finished crêpe to a warm plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm while you cook the remaining batter, re-buttering the pan as needed.
10. Serve warm with sweet or savory fillings of your choice.