By Devi Poojari
February 16, 2026
Lacy pancakes that are popularly eaten as a sweet treat—crepes are a versatile breakfast option to also turn into a savoury meal. Although simple in its elements, perfect the technique of making them requires nuanced movement of the batter and a keen eye.
For a classic French-style crepe, the batter must resemble heavy cream in its thinness in order to make them soft and not rubbery.
Running the batter through a sieve helps avoiding lumps or grainy texture once the crepes are cooked through.
Using a wide non-stick skillet is most ideal to ensure that the batter slides across its surface unobtrusively, giving them their lacy appearance.
Once the batter is poured into the pan, it is imperative to turn the pan around promptly in order to prevent it from clumping.
Opt to use a smear of butter or a few drops of coconut oil for added flavour as well as easy extraction from pan to plate.
Use a spatula or tilt the pan sideways to use fingertips as a way to help turn each one over.