Description
Indulge in delicate Smoked Turkey Cheese French Crêpes! Master crafting thin, golden crêpes from a smooth batter, then fill with savory goodness. Full instructions and nutrition info included.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces thinly sliced smoked turkey breast
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Crêpe Batter. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and melted butter until well combined. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking constantly until the batter is smooth and lump-free. Let the batter rest at room temperature for at least 15-30 minutes (or refrigerate for up to 24 hours).
- Step 2: Cook the Crêpes. Heat a non-stick crêpe pan or 8-inch skillet over medium heat. Lightly brush the pan with butter if needed. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the hot pan, immediately tilting and swirling the pan to spread the batter into a thin, even circle. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges are set and the bottom is lightly golden. Carefully flip the crêpe with a thin spatula and cook for another 30-60 seconds on the second side. Transfer the cooked crêpe to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm while you cook the remaining batter.
- Step 3: Assemble the Crêpes with Filling. Once all crêpes are cooked, lay one warm crêpe flat on a clean surface or return it to the still-warm pan over low heat. Arrange 1-2 slices of smoked turkey on one half of the crêpe, then sprinkle about 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese over the turkey.
- Step 4: Fold and Warm Through. Fold the crêpe in half over the filling, then fold it again into a triangle shape. Alternatively, you can roll the crêpe tightly around the filling. If not already in the pan, return the folded crêpe to the warm pan over medium-low heat for 1-2 minutes per side, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the filling is heated through.
- Step 5: Serve. Transfer the warm Smoked Turkey Cheese Crêpes to serving plates. Repeat the assembly and warming process with the remaining crêpes and filling. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with fresh chives or a sprinkle of black pepper.
Notes
- To store any leftover assembled crêpes, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, or store unfilled crêpes wrapped tightly for up to 3 days.
- For a delicious reheat, gently warm your assembled crêpes in a lightly greased skillet over medium-low heat until the cheese is melted and the filling is heated through, or bake them in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve these savory crêpes alongside a crisp green salad with a bright vinaigrette or a dollop of cranberry sauce for a lovely balance of flavors and textures.
- Don't skip resting the crêpe batter for at least 15 minutes; this crucial step allows the flour to fully hydrate and the gluten to relax, resulting in incredibly tender, pliable crêpes that are a dream to cook and fold.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large crêpe (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 3g