My Favorite Crepe from France (feat. @Alex)

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with healthy fats.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with a unique flavor.

Introduce the topic of galette and its origins.

Explain the difference between galette in the U.S. and in France.

Discuss the significance of buckwheat flour in galette preparation.

Mention the historical context of galette in Brittany, France.

Describe the three distinct styles of galette batter: upper Brittany, lower Brittany, and low hydration.

Prepare the upper Brittany batter: mix 1 part buckwheat flour, 2 parts water, and salt.

Prepare the lower Brittany batter: mix 1 part buckwheat flour, 2 parts water, 30 grams of all-purpose flour, black pepper, an egg, and oil.

Prepare the low hydration batter: mix 1 part buckwheat flour, 1.4 parts water, salt, and honey.

Test the three batters with a friend named Alex.

Cook the batters in a non-stick pan instead of a crepe pan.

Observe and discuss the differences in flavor and texture of the cooked galettes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens