Delicate buckwheat crêpes sweetened with vanilla and sugar, offering a nutty flavor and tender texture perfect for sweet fillings or toppings.
Buckwheat-Sweet Crêpes
Ingredients
Scales from a half to a double batch; cook in rounds so the pan stays hot.
- ½ cup (60.0 g)buckwheat flour
- ½ cup (60.0 g)all-purpose flour
- 2.0 (100.0 g)large eggs
- 1 ¼ cups (300.0 ml)whole milk
- 2.0 tbsp (28.0 g)unsalted butter, melted
- 1.0 tbsp (12.0 g)granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp (1.5 g)fine sea salt
- 1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
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Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the buckwheat flour, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and fine sea salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then whisk in the whole milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, whisking continuously until you have a smooth, thin batter without lumps.
- Let the batter rest for 10 minutes at room temperature to hydrate the flours and improve texture.
- Heat a nonstick skillet or crêpe pan over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil using a paper towel to avoid excess.
- Pour about 1/4 cup (60 ml) of batter into the center of the pan and immediately tilt the pan in a circular motion to spread the batter thinly and evenly.
- Cook the crêpe for about 1 to 1 1/2 minutes until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden brown.
- Carefully flip the crêpe with a spatula and cook the other side for 30 seconds to 1 minute until cooked through.
- Transfer the cooked crêpe to a warmed plate. Repeat with remaining batter, lightly greasing the pan between crêpes as needed.
- Serve warm with your favorite sweet fillings or toppings such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, or jam.
Tips
- Resting the batter allows the buckwheat flour to fully absorb the liquid, resulting in tender crêpes.
- Use vanilla extract to gently enhance the flavor; vanilla bean paste can be substituted for a more intense vanilla aroma.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make buckwheat-sweet crêpes?
Plan on 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes about 12 crêpes.
How should I store buckwheat-sweet crêpes?
Store cooked crêpes wrapped in plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a warm skillet or microwave covered with a damp paper towel.
Can I make buckwheat-sweet crêpes ahead?
Prepare the batter up to 8 hours ahead and keep covered in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
Can I use a different form of vanilla?
Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 12 servings this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (12 servings): ~1032 cal · 43g fat · 119g carbs · 35g protein · 29g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 86 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 16 min·0.9 mi·~1850 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 12 min·0.6 mi·~1200 steps
- Moderate cycling 9 min·1.8 mi
- Swimming laps 12 min
- Jogging 8 min·0.7 mi·~1300 steps
- Stair climbing 8 min·~700 steps
- Dancing 14 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 9 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 20 min
Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.
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