The classic French cake is a lighter, thinner version of the American-style pancake, made using eggs, flour and milk. You can play around with whatever flavour combinations you desire, whether that’s crepes served simply on their own with a drizzle of maple syrup, or stacked high with a Nutella filling. We’ve gathered together a selection of our favourite French crepe recipes, from our indulgent lemon crepe cake with a raspberry sauce, to our healthy spelt crepes with poached pear and berries. There’s also a tasty dinner recipe for cheesy, savoury baked crepes. Dig in!

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Lemon curd crepe cake
This lemon curd crepe cake is a deliciously sophisticated version of pancakes with lemon and sugar. Be sure to cook the curd gently over simmering water, and don’t let the bowl touch the base of the pan.