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Crepe Maker Options

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lucyJames | Mar 2, 2010 |

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If you have ever had a well made crepe you will know that they are a one of life's great little snacks, ideal at most times of the day, great for breakfast or as a desert. They are supremely versatile and can be filled with sweet or savoury fillings making them great for most meal occasions. The problem is making a truly great crepe can be difficult, the construction of a crepe, has until now, been something of an art form and as such, crepes are something us mere mortals might only partake of when some one else happens to be making the crepes. Now you can get a wide range of crepe makers that can have you making perfect crepes in minutes. But how do you choose the best machine for you?

If you are a beginner you may want to start with the cheapest most straightforward option. When it comes to base models for domestic use you are likely to end up with a dip, flip and cool style crepe maker. These are lightweight, non stick, heated paddle type pans. You create the crepe mix, usually from an instruction book or recipe you have found on the net, and physically dip the crepe maker into the mix. This puts a film of mix onto the pan that is then cooked to produce a great crepe. The problem with a lot of these machines is that they do not have the power range of larger machines so cook slower, but are smaller so are easier to tidy away and offer a cheap entry into the market to get you hooked.

If you have already tried these machines or have a larger family that require quicker production times then you can opt for a crepe griddle. These are the traditional griddles that are counter top standing powered by gas or electric. Models vary but suffice to say you can get models in this pattern that range from ideal for domestic use through to full professional restaurant specification. They usually consist of a non stick cooking surface usually 13.5 inches and larger and come complete with thermostatic controls for maximum controllability. The crepe mix is poured onto these pans, so they tend to require a bit of skill to get the best results, but unlike the smaller dip, flip cook models these models are generally significantly more powerful even at a base model range, meaning you get far quicker cooking times and greater productivity.

If you are looking for a crepe maker check out the villaware v5225 crepe maker, krampouz and tibos for the widest ranges of models at all price ranges. These companies are the leading producers of crepe machines and have years of experience at producing reliable models for all levels of cooking skill in the market.