Homemade Healthy Crepes

If you think crepes are finicky and hard to make, this Homemade Healthy Crepes recipe will change your mind. Crepes can be very easy to make, and they turn out light and delicious every time!

It really amuses me just how easy some things are.

Well...once I realize how easy they are, that is.

For some reason, I've always thought making crepes would be super difficult.

But, then I started looking into their ingredients. How could something be difficult that was made up of such simple ingredients?

If you're anything like me and you love crepes but have always been scared to try making them, please try this recipe. These healthy crepes are easy to make and delicious.

Another great thing about crepes is how versatile they can be. You can fill them with just about anything. Like -- say -- healthy cinnamon apples, for example!

If you liked my Homemade Healthy Crepes, then you'll enjoy Homemade Avocado Toast, another one of my tasty breakfasts. Or maybe you would enjoy one of my 10 Easy Breakfasts That Are Low In Sugar | Low Sugar Breakfast Ideas.

The recipe I've given you makes a sweet crepe. But you can easily change them up. For a savory crepe, omit the maple syrup and pure vanilla extract. Replace with ¼ teaspoon of salt and some of your favorite herbs. Now, you have a savory crepe!

How To Make Homemade Healthy Crepes

I used to think that crepes were difficult to pull off. You know, light, fluffy, and airy -- along with company-worthy. That’s why I perfected this simple recipe - to give you the confidence to make this special treat any day of the week!

This is how I do it:

Combine The Ingredients

• Combine all of the dry ingredients and then add whisk in the wet ingredients

Cook The Crepes

• Heat the skillet to medium-high heat and grease with coconut oil
• Ladle the batter into the skillet and rotate the pan to spread it evenly over the bottom
• Cook on low to medium heat, flipping as needed until the crepes are dry around the edges

Plate

• Set cooked crepe onto a plate, and fill with yummy toppings, and enjoy

Can I Make These Ahead Of The Time?

Crepes can definitely be made ahead. You can even prepare the batter the night before and store it in the fridge. When you are ready to cook the crepes, let the batter sit at room temperature for an hour. This ensures the super light and airy texture you expect with crepes.

If you are cooking crepes in the morning, say for dessert that night, store them in the fridge until ready to eat. Let them cool, and then layer between parchment paper so they don’t stick. Then put them in a reusable storage bag or meal prep container.

How To Store And Reheat

To Store

If you made enough crepes to have more tomorrow ← always my plan, then layer them in between parchment paper and put in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two to three days.

To Reheat

Microwave for 10 seconds. Or, you can simply let them stand at room temperature for an hour and enjoy them that way! 

Can They Be Frozen?

To freeze crepes, stack them between plastic wrap or parchment paper, the same as you would to store them. Put them in an airtight container and place in the freezer for two months.

When you remove the crepes from the freezer to thaw, handle carefully because they will be fragile and can break easily.

Recipe Substitutions

To Make Gluten Free:

I make my crepes with whole wheat pastry flour. For those with gluten intolerance, choose a flour without wheat. Try these flours:

• Rice flour
• Almond flour (unless you need nut-free)
• Cassava flour
• Chickpea flour
• Sorghum flour
• Amaranth flour
• Arrowroot flour

To Make Vegan

To make these tasty crepes vegan, simply replace the eggs. Follow these methods:

• Aquafaba: Aquafaba is the liquid in which legumes (like chickpeas and white beans) are cooked. The liquid can be used as an egg substitute. Three tablespoons of aquafaba will replace one egg.
• Chia seeds: Chia seeds can work as a substitute, too. To make a chia egg, take one tablespoon of chia seeds, place them in a bowl, and add 3 tablespoons of water. Wait 5 minutes, and you have a chia egg.

SUGGESTED TOPPINGS FOR HEALTHY CREPES

Your toppings will depend on whether you have made a savory or sweet crepe. This healthy crepe recipe goes so well with these fresh and irresistible additions. 

• Strawberries
• Bananas and Honey Roasted Peanut Butter
• Blueberries
• Healthy Cinnamon Apples
• Plain Greek yogurt
• Keto Whipped Cream
• Homemade Chia Jam
• Pears with goat cheese or ricotta
• Gruyere with ham and scallions
• Mushroom, asparagus and jack cheese
• Ham and hollandaise sauce
• Cheese, such as cheddar, provolone, and Swiss

More Healthy Pancake Recipes

Now, with all this talk about crepes for a sweet snack, light lunch, or dessert, I bet you want pancakes for breakfast! Here are my favorite recipes:

• Protein Pancakes
• Healthy Diner Style Pancakes
• Banana Oat Blender Pancakes
• Healthy Pumpkin Pancakes
• Lemon Blueberry High Protein Pancakes
• Healthy Chocolate Pancakes

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