Delia Smith Crepes

Delia Smith’s Crêpes are made with plain flour, eggs, milk, water, butter, orange zest, and caster sugar. This delicious Crêpes recipe creates a tasty dessert that takes about 40 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 6 people.

Delia Smith Crepes Ingredients

For the crêpes:

• 110g / 4oz plain flour
• Pinch of salt
• 2 eggs
• 200ml / 7fl oz milk mixed with 75ml / 3fl oz water
• 50g / 2oz butter
• Zest of 1 medium orange
• 1 tbsp caster sugar

For the sauce:

• 150ml / 5fl oz orange juice (from 3-4 oranges)
• Zest of 1 medium orange
• Juice and zest of 1 small lemon
• 1 tbsp caster sugar
• 3 tbsp Grand Marnier, Cointreau, or brandy
• 50g / 2oz unsalted butter
• Extra Grand Marnier for flaming (optional)

How To Make Delia Smith Crepes

1. Make the Batter: Sift flour and salt into a bowl. Make a well in the middle, add eggs, and whisk. Gradually add milk and water while whisking. Scrape any flour from the sides and whisk until smooth. Melt 50g butter, mix 2 tbsp into the batter, and use the rest to grease the pan.
2. Cook the Crêpes: Heat the pan. Pour ½ tbsp batter into the pan, tilting to spread it out. Cook for about 30 seconds until golden, then flip and cook the other side briefly. Stack crêpes between greaseproof paper to keep warm. Makes 15-16 crêpes.
3. Make the Sauce: Mix orange juice, zest, lemon juice and zest, and sugar in a bowl. Melt butter in a pan, add the sauce mixture, and heat gently.
4. Reheat Crêpes: Warm your plates. Add crêpes to the sauce, fold each into a triangle, and let them soak. Repeat with the rest of the crêpes.
5. Flame (Optional): Heat a ladle, pour in a bit of liqueur or brandy, warm it, and light it. Pour the flaming liqueur over the crêpes before serving on warm plates.

Recipe Tips

• Use a Non-Stick Pan: A non-stick pan helps prevent the crêpes from sticking and makes flipping easier.
• Let the Batter Sit: Let the batter rest for 30 minutes before cooking. This makes the crêpes softer.
• Preheat the Pan: Make sure the pan is hot before adding the batter to cook the crêpes evenly and get a golden color.
• Use a Ladle for Batter: Use a ladle to pour the batter. It helps control the amount and spread it evenly in the pan.
• Keep Crêpes Warm: Stack crêpes between greaseproof paper and place them over simmering water to keep them warm and soft.

What To Serve With Crepes?

These soft and delicious crêpes pair well with fresh berries, whipped cream, lemon juice and sugar, or Nutella. They can also be served alongside ham and cheese, sautéed mushrooms, smoked salmon, or spinach and ricotta for a tasty breakfast.

How To Store Leftovers Crepes?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover crêpes cool to room temperature. Then, stack them with greaseproof paper in between each one and place them in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Let the crêpes cool completely, then stack them with greaseproof paper between each one and wrap tightly in plastic wrap or foil. Freeze for up to 2 months. To thaw, place them in the refrigerator overnight before reheating or serving.

How To Reheat Leftovers Crepes?

• In The Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the crêpes on a baking sheet and cover them with foil. Heat for about 10 minutes, or until warmed through.
• In The Microwave: Place crêpes on a microwave-safe plate. Cover with a damp paper towel and heat on medium power for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until warmed.
• On The Stove: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Place each crêpe in the pan for about 20-30 seconds on each side, or until heated through.

Delia Smith Crepes Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 crêpe (40g)

• Calories: 80
• Total Fat: 3g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 150mg
• Potassium: 0mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 10g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 3g
• Protein: 4g

Try More Delia Smith Recipes:

• Delia Smith Omelette
• Delia Smith Paella
• Delia Smith Lamb Shanks
• Delia Smith Chicken Basque