Can crepe batter be frozen?

We love breakfasts and desserts, and there is nothing better than a dish that can serve as breakfast or dessert.

Crepes are one of those versatile dishes that can be made sweet or savory and can have any type of filling you like.

Crepes are traditionally known as a breakfast dish, but you can easily eat them as a snack or even a meal. You can make your crepes and fill them with whatever you prefer. You can even make them in various ways.

Can you freeze the crepe batter if you don’t use all of it? You can freeze pre-made or leftover crepe batter for later use. It’s a simple process and works well for preserving crepe batter. The dough will last up to 3 months and is easy to use after freezing.

In this guide, we will explain everything you need to know about how to freeze crepe batter. We’ll walk you through a detailed process for doing this and let you know what you can expect from the process.

Read on to find out how to freeze crepe batter and much more.

Complete guide to freezing crepe batter

Crepes are a traditional French dish. They are very similar to crepes in their general appearance and even in the mixture of the batter, but they are also quite different from crepes. The crepes can be sweet or savory.

Crepes are often rolled or folded and then filled and/or topped with some type of delicious topping. In the case of sweets, you can find fruit and powdered sugar or even some kind of cream filling.

Savory crepes can have vegetables or meat inside or on top. You can even find some with cheese. The way to serve them depends entirely on the preparer.

Regardless of how the crepe is filled or served, the batter is mostly the same.

What makes them different is what is put in them at the end and how they are served. The dough doesn’t change unless you add spices or flavorings.

We are going to explain the process of freezing the crepe dough and then we can delve into other relevant information.

How to freeze crepe batter

Freezing the crepe batter is really very simple. Whether you make the crepe batter ahead of time and freeze it, or simply have some leftover from the batch of crepes you just made, this process works quite well.

You will not have to worry about any defects in the dough. The crepes are completed flat and then rolled or folded until the desired final result is obtained.

Follow these steps for best results when freezing crepe batter:

1. Make sure the crepe batter is well mixed and at room temperature.
2. Place the crepe batter in a heavy-duty freezer bag. You can use an airtight container if you prefer, but we’ve found that it’s easier to work inside a freezer bag when you take it out of the freezer.
3. Be sure to leave 1-2 inches of headroom at the top of the bag.
4. Label, date and seal all containers.
5. Freeze the crepe batter for up to 3 months for best results, although it is possible to store it longer and not notice any negative effects from the process.

As you can see, freezing crepe batter is not a complicated process.

It’s super easy and you just have to make sure your storage method is airtight to ensure it doesn’t dry out or collect bacteria from the surrounding outside air.

Now, let’s talk about some pros and cons of freezing crepe batter. We’re not sharing them to make you scared of the process, but rather to give you a clear idea of what to expect from the overall process.

We prefer a direct approach so that if there is something you need to watch out for, you know about it before it happens.

Advantages of freezing crepe batter

• It’s a great way to store and preserve leftover dough.
• You can make a large batch and spread it out for later use.
• The freezing process is very simple.
• You can freeze at least 3 months and possibly longer… if you dare.
• Using the dough after freezing is relatively easy.
• The flavor and texture are not affected by the freezing process.

Cons of freezing crepe batter

• You will have to anticipate the defrosting time when you are going to use it.
• Freezing in heavy duty freezer bags is recommended. If you use one font, you may have sticking issues.
• The batter will not taste or look the same as fresh crepe batter.
• Your freezer may end up full of pre-made dough, as it’s so easy.

Information on the conservation of crepe batter

If you want to make the crepe batter ahead of time, you can store it in the fridge for a day or two.

It’s an easy way to prepare meals or plans ahead of time and mix things up when you have time. On the other hand, you’ll want to make sure you use it at the right time.

Here are the proper steps for storing crepe batter in the fridge:

1. Put the crepe batter in an airtight container or storage bag. If you use a storage bag, you can use it to pour the crepe batter in when you cook it. It is a very useful trick!
2. Store in the fridge for less than 24 hours for best results.
3. If you can’t or won’t use it within 24 hours, we recommend freezing it.

Refrigerating the pie crust is a good option for the short term only.

When we mention the short term, we really mean it for this case. 24 hours is the maximum recommended storage time in the fridge, because after that the dough can start to lose some of its appeal.

Remember that the more time passes, the worse it will be. However, freezing preserves it in the state it is in at the time of freezing.

Therefore, we recommend that you freeze it right away if you are concerned that you will not be able to use it within 24 hours.

How to use the crepe batter after freezing it

One of the best parts about being able to freeze crepe batter is that you can easily use it after you’ve frozen it.

You will need to plan ahead at least a few hours, as you will need to let the dough thaw before attempting to cook with it.

It is best if you know it the day before and can let the dough thaw in the fridge overnight.

We recommend thawing it between 12 and 24 hours in the fridge so it has enough time to thaw for use. The time it takes to defrost may also depend on how cold your freezer is.

Here are some steps to use the crepe batter after it has been frozen: 

1. Take the bag of crepe batter out of the freezer. Leave it sealed and intact.
2. Place the freezer bag in some sort of container in case of a leak.
3. Let the crepe batter thaw in the fridge for at least one night. Do not leave it in the fridge for more than 1 or 2 days.

From there, if you have stored it in a freezer bag as we recommend, you can serve it to cook directly from the bag.

We love this option as it saves on dirty dishes and reduces clutter.

To do this, you just have to make sure that the bag is closed. Push all of the dough into the seal, being careful not to break it. Cut a corner of the freezer bag.

Use the bag as a tube, similar in shape to a tube of frosting, and pour it directly onto your cooking surface.

Related questions

We hope you find this guide to freezing crepe batter a valuable resource for the cause.

Freezing crepe batter is super easy and the results are always great. You just have to make sure you follow the process to get the best results overall.

We invite you to review the following section of questions and answers for additional information that may be useful to you.

Is it better to freeze the crepes or the crepe batter?

This is really a toss up. Both crepes and crepe batter freeze relatively well, and both are easy to work with once frozen.

You’re less likely to notice the effects of freezing on the dough, and you also don’t have to worry about reheating it, but you really can go with either.

Is crepe batter the same as pancake batter?

The crepe batter contains a raising agent, which is the main difference between the two. This is why crepes are flat and pancakes tend to be fluffy when done.

What does the crepe batter contain?

Crepe batter that is made from scratch will likely contain eggs, milk, flour, melted butter, oil, salt, and possibly sugar as well.