Description
Ham Cheese French Crêpes are a quick and satisfying dinner option featuring savory ham and melted cheese wrapped in delicate, thin crêpes. Ready in under 30 minutes, this versatile and family-friendly dish perfectly balances indulgence and lightness, bringing a touch of French flair to your table with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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For the Crêpe Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for GF option)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter, plus extra for cooking
- Pinch of salt
For the Filling
- 6–8 slices of ham (smoked, honey-baked, or prosciutto)
- 1 cup grated Gruyère or Swiss cheese (or cheddar, mozzarella, goat cheese)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley, chives, thyme, or basil) – optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Crêpe Batter: Whisk together flour, eggs, milk, a pinch of salt, and melted butter until you get a smooth, thin batter. Rest the batter for at least 15 minutes to tenderize the crêpes and reduce bubbles.
- Cook the Crêpes: Heat a lightly buttered non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour a small ladle of batter while swirling the pan to form a thin, even layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes until edges lift, then flip and cook the other side briefly. Transfer cooked crêpes to a plate and keep warm.
- Assemble the Filling: On one half of each crêpe, place a slice of ham, sprinkle generously with grated cheese, and season with freshly ground black pepper. Add fresh herbs if desired, then fold the crêpe over the filling.
- Melt the Cheese: Return the filled crêpes to the pan over low heat for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and the ham is warmed through. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Resting the batter improves texture and reduces bubbles.
- Use a well-seasoned non-stick pan for easy flipping and thin crêpes.
- Don’t overfill crêpes to avoid tearing when folding.
- Use low heat to melt cheese gently and avoid burning.
- Keep cooked crêpes warm by covering with foil if preparing in batches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Pan-cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crêpes
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Ham cheese crêpes, French crêpes, savory crêpes, quick dinner, melty cheese, ham recipes, gluten-free crêpes
