Description

These Healthy Oat Crepes are a nutritious and versatile breakfast option made with rolled oats blended into a smooth batter and cooked on a skillet. Perfectly light yet filling, they can be enjoyed with sweet toppings like fresh fruit, yogurt, honey, or savory fillings like sautéed vegetables and cheese. This recipe offers a gluten-free alternative using oats and provides a wholesome twist on traditional crepes.

Ingredients

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Batter Ingredients

1 cup Rolled oats (can use gluten-free certified oats if needed)
1.5 cups Liquid (water or milk; water keeps it lighter, milk adds richness)
2 large Eggs (adds structure and richness)
1 tablespoon Oil (neutral oil like canola or sunflower for cooking)
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional, enhances sweetness)
1 pinch Salt (enhances overall flavor)

Toppings and Fillings (Optional)

Fresh fruits (berries, bananas)
Yogurt
Nut butter
Honey
Sautéed vegetables, cheese, and herbs

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Instructions

Prepare the oats: Blend the rolled oats in a blender until they turn into a fine flour, creating a smooth base for the crepe batter.
Combine the ingredients: Add the liquid (water or milk), eggs, oil, vanilla extract, and salt into the blender with the oat flour. Blend everything together until the batter is smooth and consistent. Allow the batter to rest for 10-15 minutes to thicken slightly.
Heat the skillet: Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with a bit of oil to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
Cook the crepes: Pour a ladleful of batter into the skillet and tilt the pan to spread the batter evenly into a thin layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges begin to lift and the bottom turns golden brown.
Flip and finish cooking: Carefully flip the crepe using a spatula and cook for another minute until the other side is lightly browned as well. Remove the crepe from the skillet and stack it on a plate.
Repeat the process: Continue cooking the remaining batter in the same manner, adding more oil as needed to prevent sticking and maintain crisp edges.
Serve: Fill the crepes with your choice of sweet or savory toppings such as fresh fruits, yogurt, nut butter, honey, or sautéed vegetables and cheese. Enjoy them warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

Using milk instead of water will result in a richer and more flavorful crepe.
Letting the batter rest helps improve texture and allows oats to absorb the liquid for easier cooking.
To keep cooked crepes warm, stack them on a plate and cover loosely with foil.
Oats can be replaced with gluten-free oats to make the recipe suitable for gluten intolerance.
The crepes can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen; reheat gently before serving.