Why are my crepes so thick? SOS!

[corbin]

Hey, cool millennial adult here with a culinary SOS! Every attempt at crepes ends up more pancake than paper-thin delicacy. How do I thin these bad boys out? Recipe tweaks, technique tips, or any magic tricks welcomed. Striving for that perfect, delicate wrap but somehow, my skillet and I aren't syncing up. Help!

 

[Nutellah_]

Try thinning out the batter with more milk for a lighter texture. Also, make sure your pan is properly heated!

 

[corbin]

Try thinning out the batter with more milk for a lighter texture. Also, make sure your pan is properly heated!

Thanks for your suggestion, I'll try this next time.

 

[Peachy]

Hellooo!! When my crepes turn out too thick, it's usually because the pan is too hot. I've learned that crepes cook best over medium-low heat. If the pan is too hot, the batter sets too quickly before it has a chance to spread thinly across the surface. Lowering the heat allows the batter to spread more evenly and results in thinner crepes.

 

[Prel]

Try thinning out the batter with more milk for a lighter texture. Also, make sure your pan is properly heated!

Wow, thanks for the tip! I'll try that next time I make pancakes.