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    Home » Recipes » Dessert Recipes

    Perfect Gluten Free Crepes {Dairy-Free Too!}

    Published: Jan 28, 2021 · Modified: Feb 18, 2022 by Sandi Gaertner · 39 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links

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    These light gluten free crepes are a delicious treat your whole family will love. This easy recipe is perfect for making both sweet crepes or savory. I also share lots of easy fillings, both sweet and savory so you can enjoy these crepes many ways!

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    • Why you must try this recipe:
    • What you need to make this recipe:
    • Fun swaps:
    • How to make gluten free crepes:
    • Sweet crepe fillings:
    • Savory crepe fillings:
    • Make a homemade fruit jam:
    • Storage:
    • Expert Tips and Recipe FAQ:
    • More Gluten Free European Desserts to Try:
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    Ooh-la-la these gluten free crepes take me back to a trip we took to France, way before I knew we needed to be gluten-free. Mr. Fearless Dining and I would sit at a cafe and enjoy real French crepes with a cup of espresso. It was romantic, and just fun to sit and people watch.

    You are in for a treat today. These delicious, light crepes are not only gluten free, but they are also dairy-free. Crepes are an extra special treat for my family and everyone loves to help make them! These crepes are perfect for anyone with food allergies because they are soy-free, nut-free, peanut-free, and sesame-free.

    You may also want to try a couple of Mr. Fearless Dining's favorite pastry recipes including Gluten Free Flaky Pastries and these Gluten Free French Apple Cakes.

    Why you must try this recipe:

    1. This easy crepe recipe is so versatile, you can adapt the crepe batter recipe to whatever recipe you need it for.
    2. They are made with simple ingredients and you can fill these with either sweet or savory fillings.
    3. If you love a good crepe, this beginner-level recipe is hard to beat.

    You can enjoy crepes in so many ways and my whole family loves this easy gluten free crepes recipe. You can make savory gluten free crepe recipe to try too!Check out this fun gluten free crepes web story too.

    What you need to make this recipe:

    This homemade gluten free crepes recipe uses simple ingredients that you can find at your grocery store.

    gluten free dairy free crepes ingredients
    • Gluten free flour blend - I have tested this recipe with a lot of gluten free flours like King Arthur Measure for Measure GF, Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 GF blend, and Authentic Foods Multi Blend. That doesn't mean others will not work, I just have not tested other flours.
    • Xanthan gum - If your gluten free flour blend doesn’t contain Xanthan Gum or Guar Gum, please add 1 teaspoon.
    • Almond milk - I used almond milk, but you can use any regular milk or dairy-free milk in this recipe.

    Fun swaps:

    1. To make a savory crepe batter, add ⅛ teaspoon salt and remove the vanilla.
    2. If you don't need this recipe to be dairy-free, substitute coconut oil for butter.
    3. Feel free to use real vanilla bean instead of vanilla extract.
    4. If you don't need the crepes to be dairy-free, feel free to use regular milk.

    How to make gluten free crepes:

    Pouring coconut milk into a bowl of dry ingredients to make crepes batter

    Step 1: Add the flour to the bowl and whisk to blend. The best way to measure flour is to put the measuring scoop into the flour and fill it. Do not pack the flour. Use a knife to scrape along the top to remove the extra flour.

    Step 2: Add the wet ingredients to a smaller bowl. Whisk to blend. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix.This gf crepe recipe is made dairy-free, but you can use regular dairy milk if you can eat dairy and it will work beautifully. The batter will have the consistency of heavy cream.

    This gf crepe recipe is created dairy-free, but you can use regular dairy milk if you can eat dairy and it will work beautifully.

    Tilting a pan to spread the crepes batter

    Step 3: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. I like to use a 10-inch skillet, but you can use any size. Use a ladle to pour some batter into the middle of your pan. Tilt the pan and rotate in a circular motion to move the batter all along the bottom of the pan.

    Step 4: Cook the crepe over medium heat for 2-3 minutes then flip it over with a spatula. Cook the second side for an additional 2 minutes on the other side. You want to be sure to cook it enough time so that it gets a little crisp. Continue to make crepes with the remaining batter.

    Step 5: Once the crepes are finished cooking, choose your favorite filling and spread it into the middle of the crepe. You can also dust them with a little powdered sugar and enjoy them plain.

    spreading pear jam onto a crepe

    Sweet crepe fillings:

    • Nutella is delicious spread on crepes.
    • Vanilla custard from this tart recipe.
    • Your favorite fruit jam and then top with fresh whipped cream.
    • Strawberries and other fresh fruits
    • Top your gluten free crepes with this delicious homemade vanilla cream sauce.

    Savory crepe fillings:

    • Chicken or sautéd vegetables topped with this easy creamy alfredo sauce.
    • Broccoli and cheese crepes are a great way to get your kids to have some veggies!
    • Breakfast crepes are a big hit. Fill your crepe with eggs and top with a cheese sauce.
    • Layer the crepe with ham and cheese then fold them over.

    Make a homemade fruit jam:

    If you love jam in your crepes, you can use a store-bought jam, or make a homemade jam to fill your crepes.

    I like to make a quick jam that will keep in the refrigerator for a week (if it lasts that long!!) Take 3 cups of fruit, ¼ cup sugar, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and simmer them on the stove. I let it cook on a really low heat for a long time to really blend the flavors.

    Storage:

    Store these crepes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the crepes. Place wax paper between each crepe and put them into a freezer bag

    Expert Tips and Recipe FAQ:

    Make sure to use a non-stick pan or special crepe pan so that your crepe batter doesn't stick to the pan!

    Why did my crepes tear easily?

    You may not have put enough batter into the pan, making the crepes to thin.

    Why are the crepes are hard to fold?

    You may have used too much batter and your crepes are too thick to fold.

    How do you prevent crepes keep sticking to the pan?

    Are you using a non-stick pan? If not, make sure to lightly grease your pan.

    Why are the crepes lumpy?

    You need to whisk your crepe batter a lot to make sure you get all of the flour clumps out. You can also use an electric mixer to do this

    Do you have to fill crepes?

    Not at all! You can also enjoy your crepes plain without filling and just sprinkle powdered sugar on top. Mr. Fearless Dining likes to drizzle a little honey on his crepes :-).

    How do you eat crepes?

    Crepes are thin pancake that is very thin and light. Crepes can be enjoyed by themselves with powdered sugar, but more often, they are filled with a sweet or savory filling and rolled. They are very common in France, although there are many variations all around Europe.

    Can you use a blender to make the gluten free crepe batter?

    You can easily use a blender to mix up this gluten free crepe batter. Many people don't have a blender so I wrote this recipe so people can make it using a mixing bowl and spoon.

    Can you make the batter ahead?

    You can definitely make this crepe batter ahead of time. The crepe batter can be stored in the refrigerator and used within 2 days.

    How do you reheat crepes?

    To reheat the crepes, you can heat up a skillet over medium heat. Add a crepe to the pan and cook 30-45 seconds per side.

    a stack of folded crepes on a plate

    More Gluten Free European Desserts to Try:

    • Gluten Free Cream Puffs
    • Gluten Free Vanillekipferl Cookies
    • Gluten Free Pfeffernusse Cookies
    • Gluten Free Flaky Pastries

    Learning how to eat gluten free is easy and delicious when you have recipes like this one to make.

    Recipe

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    How To Make Gluten Free Crepes

    Sandi Gaertner
    Gluten free crepes are so delicious! This is a dairy free crepes recipe, too, perfect for making sweet crepes or savory. Watch our easy crepe recipe video!
    4.85 from 39 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Gluten Free Dessert Recipes
    Cuisine French
    Servings 10 crepes
    Calories 178 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup gluten free flour blend * see note
    • 1 tablespoon sugar
    • dash of salt
    • 2 ¼ cups almond milk or any non-dairy or regular milk
    • 2 large eggs large
    • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

    Instructions
     

    • Add the flour to the bowl and whisk to blend. The best way to measure flour is to put the measuring scoop into the flour and fill it. Do not pack the flour. Use a knife to scrape along the top to remove the extra flour.
    • Stir in the milk, eggs, oil, and vanilla. Whisk to blend. This gf crepe recipe is made dairy-free, but you can use regular dairy milk if you can eat dairy and it will work beautifully. The batter will have the consistency of heavy cream.
    • *Note you can also make this in a blender by adding the wet then dry ingredients to a blender and pulsing until the mixture is smooth.
    • Heat a 10-inch non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.
    • When the pan is hot, use a ladle to pour some batter into the middle of your pan. Tilt the pan and rotate in a circular motion to move the batter all along the bottom of the pan.
    • When you see tiny bubbles, flip the crepe onto the other side.
    • Cook the crepe over medium heat for 2-3 minutes then flip it over with a spatula. Cook the second side for an additional 2 minutes on the other side. You want to be sure to cook it enough time so that it gets a little crisp. Continue to make crepes with the remaining batter.
    • Fill with jam or your favorite filling. Dust with powdered sugar.

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    Notes

    1. I have tested this recipe with King Arthur Measure for Measure GF, Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 GF blend, and Authentic Foods Multi Blend. That doesn't mean others will not work, I just have not tested other flours.
    2. If your gluten free flour blend doesn’t contain Xanthan Gum or Guar Gum, please add 1 teaspoon.
    3. I used almond milk but other dairy-free kinds of milk will work.
    4. You can make the batter ahead and store it in the refrigerator in an air-tight container for 2 days
    5. The cooked crepes will keep up to 3 days in an air-tight container, or up to 4 months in the freezer.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1crepeCalories: 178kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 19mgPotassium: 125mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 48IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 2mg
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    Nutrition Disclaimer

    Nutritional information is an estimate provided to you as a courtesy. You should calculate the actual nutritional information with the products and brands you are using with your preferred nutritional calculator.

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    (*This post was updated from an 10/17 post.)

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    Comments

    1. Jenny

      April 26, 2022 at 4:38 am

      Can I use any kind of oil? I can’t use coconut oil because a friend is allergic to coconut!

      This recipe looks super easy and perfect for what I need. Thanks. 🙂

      Reply
      • Sandi Gaertner

        April 26, 2022 at 12:50 pm

        Hi Jenny, You can easily use any oil. I also like avocado oil. I feel olive oil is okay as well, but depending on which you use can leave a little aftertaste.

        Reply
    2. Missy

      January 11, 2019 at 11:55 am

      Am I missing something? I do not see a video in this post.

      Reply
      • Sandi Gaertner

        January 11, 2019 at 12:02 pm

        Hi Missy, it is the 3rd paragraph down. There is an ad that plays over it first. I apologize for that. The revenue from ads helps me pay for ingredients, the website, hosting and a number of expenses I incur to keep this blog going. I hope you can understand, the video is worth it, I promise.

        Reply
    3. Heidy

      November 14, 2018 at 1:10 pm

      5 stars
      We just finished the meal. Me and my family
      love it. They kept thanking me. Thank you so much for the recipe.

      Reply
      • Sandi Gaertner

        November 14, 2018 at 2:12 pm

        I am so glad your family liked this Heidy. Thank you so much for letting me know.

        Reply
    4. Heidy

      November 14, 2018 at 12:58 pm

      5 stars
      I was happy to find your recipe because it had
      few ingredients and it was easy to make.
      We just finished eating them and my family
      and I love them!! They kept thanking me for it.
      Thank you very much Sandi for your
      delicious recipe!!

      Reply
    5. Amanda

      January 20, 2018 at 2:37 pm

      5 stars
      My husband and kids LOVED them! Perfect with whipped cream and berries.

      Reply
      • Sandi Gaertner

        January 21, 2018 at 10:25 pm

        I am so glad they liked this crepe recipe. Thank you so much for stopping by to let me know 🙂

        Reply
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