Savory Crepes with Cheese and Spinach (Printable)

Delicate French crepes filled with melted cheese, spinach, and ham, baked until golden and bubbly.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Crepes Batter

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1 1/4 cups milk
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Savory Filling

06 - 1 cup Gruyère or Swiss cheese, grated
07 - 6 oz cooked ham, thinly sliced
08 - 1 cup baby spinach, washed and chopped
09 - 1/2 cup crème fraîche or sour cream
10 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Whisk flour and salt in a large bowl. Create a well in center, add eggs, and gradually whisk in milk and melted butter until smooth. Rest batter for 10 minutes.
02 - Heat nonstick skillet over medium heat, brush with butter. Pour 1/4 cup batter, swirling to coat bottom. Cook 1-2 minutes until edges lift and golden. Flip 30 seconds. Transfer to plate. Repeat.
03 - Preheat oven to 350°F.
04 - Layer ham slices, spinach, cheese, crème fraîche on each crepe. Season with black pepper. Fold into quarters or roll up.
05 - Arrange crepes in baking dish, sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Bake 8-10 minutes until cheese melts and crepes are heated through.
06 - Serve immediately, garnished with fresh spinach or alongside a crisp salad.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The ratio of crispy edges to tender center is absolute perfection
  • These crepes transform whatever leftovers you have into something elegant
  • They come together faster than you think but taste like you labored for hours
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  • The resting period for batter is non-negotiable for that restaurant texture
  • Your first crepe will almost always be a disaster, consider it the chef's treat
  • Crepes can be made ahead and stacked with parchment between layers
03 -
  • Use a measuring cup with a spout for the most controlled pouring
  • If batter seems too thick after resting, add milk one tablespoon at a time

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