Don’t be intimidated by the crepe-making process.

They are easier to make than you might think.

If you enjoy makingpancakes, you will have fun with these crepes as welljust follow these tips.

cornmeal crepes with blackberry sauce

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granulated sugar, divided

3/4teaspoonkosher salt, divided

4cupsfresh blackberries (about 1 1/4 lb.)

Cover; chill batter at least 2 hours or up to 8 hours (or overnight).

Gradually add remaining 1/2 cup buttermilk, beating until medium peaks form, about 30 seconds.

Cover and chill until ready to assemble crepes (up to 4 hours).

Cook crepes:

Heat an 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low.

Brush skillet lightly with 1/8 teaspoon of the oil; pour about 2 1/2 tablespoons batter into skillet.

Quickly tilt skillet in all directions so batter covers bottom of skillet.

Cook until crepe is almost set and can be shaken loose from skillet, about 1 1/2 minutes.

Flip crepe, and cook 30 seconds.

Repeat process with remaining oil and batter to yield 12 crepes.

Assemble crepes:

Spread about 3 tablespoons buttermilk cream over 1 half of each crepe.

Fold crepes into quarters, and arrange evenly on 6 plates.

Top each serving with about 1/4 cup blackberry compote.

Garnish with powdered sugar; serve immediately.