March 2024 | Ham and Cheese Crêpes Recipe

Savory Ham and Cheese Crêpes

This ham and cheese crêpes recipe makes a simple yet elegant dish that works well for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner. Thin and tender, each crêpe is filled with melty cheese and savory ham before being folded and gently warmed. Altogether, the result is a comforting meal that feels special without being complicated.

Ingredients:

Crêpe Batter Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 2 large eggs

• 1½ cups milk

• 2 tablespoons melted butter

• ½ teaspoon salt

Ham and Cheese Filling

• 1 cup shredded cheese (Gruyère or Swiss work well)

• 1 cup diced ham

• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Optional Toppings and Sides

• Sour cream or crème fraîche

• Dijon mustard

Instructions:

Step 1: Make the Crêpe Batter

To begin, whisk together the flour and salt in a mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, the eggs and milk should be combined until smooth. Gradually, whisk the wet ingredients into the flour mixture until fully incorporated. Once the batter comes together, stir in the melted butter. Finally, allow the batter to rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to ensure tender crêpes.

Step 2: Cook the Crêpes

Meanwhile, heat a non-stick skillet or crêpe pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil. Add about ¼ cup of batter, then swirl the pan to coat the bottom evenly. After 1–2 minutes, the edges should lift and the bottom will turn lightly golden.
Using a spatula, carefully flip the crêpe and cook for about 1 minute more. Once cooked, transfer it to a plate and continue with the remaining batter, stacking the crêpes as you go.

Step 3: Prepare the Filling

While the crêpes are cooking, place the diced ham and shredded cheese into a bowl. At this stage, season the mixture with freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 4: Assemble the Crêpes

Place a crêpe back into the skillet over low heat. Next, spoon a generous amount of the ham and cheese filling onto one half of the crêpe. After that, fold it in half, then fold again into a triangle or roll it up.
Once assembled, let the crêpe warm for about 1 minute, just until the cheese begins to melt. Continue assembling the remaining crêpes in the same way.

Step 5: Serve

To serve, enjoy the ham and cheese crêpes while warm and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. For extra flavor, sour cream, crème fraîche, or Dijon mustard can be offered on the side.

Tip:

Crêpes may be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to two days. When ready to serve, gently reheat them in a skillet before adding the filling.

Enjoy!