Crêpes & Galettes: Sweet, Savory & Always French
Your guide to mastering France's most beloved flatbreads: lovefrenchfood.com
French crêpes and galettes are timeless classics, thin, delicate, and endlessly versatile. Whether you're craving something sweet and elegant or hearty and savory, these traditional flatbreads bring a touch of French comfort to any meal. And the best part? They're wonderfully simple to make.
🇫🇷 Crêpes vs. Galettes: What's the Difference?
Both crêpes and galettes are unleavened flatbreads, but they differ in tradition and ingredients:
If you are intimidated by the thought of making these flatbreads, don't be; they are so easy. Start with my How to make a basic crepe recipe, with step-by-step instructions that will make a variety of flavors and types.
Try different flavors like the sweet Chocolate Cream Filled Crepe or the savory Spicy Ground Beef, for a tasty lunch, dinner, or quick snack that won't take long to prepare.
There is another "cousin" too, French toast!
Below, you'll find a curated collection of my favorite sweet and savory recipes, all rooted in real French kitchens and passed down through generations. Let's bring a little joie de vivre to your table.
Sweet Crepes & Galettes
Start Here: The Essential Crêpe Recipe
If you're new to making crêpes or galettes, begin with the Easy Basic Crêpe Recipe. A simple, reliable foundation that adapts beautifully to sweet or savory fillings.
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French Toast & The Basic Crepe Recipe
Note: In France, buckwheat is called sarrasin or blé noir (black flour).
"Yes, buckwheat is gluten-free. Buckwheat, also called beech wheat or kasha, does not contain any wheat or gluten. Despite the name, buckwheat is not closely related to wheat; it isn't even a grain. Instead, buckwheat is a flowering plant related to leafy vegetables like rhubarb and sorrel." from Beyond Celiac.