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What Crêpe Maker is Right for You?

Did you know that France has an entire day dedicated to crêpes? La Chandeleur is celebrated every year on 2 February, and people eat crêpes as part of the festival. Even outside of La Chandeleur, their popularity makes sense. Crêpes are a relatively simple dessert, but they come with so many possibilities. You can enjoy them sweet or savoury, and they have a lovely texture. However, you need to consider the type of crêpe maker you use, whether you want to enjoy crêpes yourself or sell them commercially. CFW offers a selection of different crêpe makers, and this short blog should help you find out which one is right for you.

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Dessert Packaging for Waffles, Ice Cream, Popcorn and More

A range of Sephra's packaging products

In 2024, the frozen dessert market in the UK was valued at USD 5.68 billion. That’s not just a lot of desserts sold. It’s also a lot of packaging sold. Getting the packaging right for your dessert business is a key way to bring in new customers and keep old ones returning. What is the point of a delicious ice cream sundae if it were served in your hands?

CFW offers a range of dessert packaging, from ice cream tubs and milkshake cups to waffle cones. These high-quality packaging options help make serving easier and eating more enjoyable.

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Just Add Water! Sephra’s Bakery Mixes

All of Sephra's Bakery Mixes

For such straightforward desserts, crêpes, waffles and doughnuts can be notoriously difficult to get right. Batter can often be too lumpy, making you want to whisk it more. This can develop the gluten and turn the finished product chewy. You may also end up with dense waffles if you don’t properly prepare the ingredients. For example, separating and whipping the egg whites. The smallest imbalance of measurements can leave you with a crêpe that is too hard and crispy, or so soggy and eggy it may as well be an omelette! Sephra’s bakery mixes, available through CFW, help eliminate these issues through their ease of preparation. With a simple just-add-water formula, you can de-stress your baking experience. Soon, you”ll be make high-quality crêpes, waffles, pancakes and doughnuts every single time.

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Metal vs Wooden Crêpe Spreaders

There are a lot of factors to consider when making crêpes. The batter needs the correct consistency. The crêpe plate needs the right temperature. It also needs properly prepared with oil. One thing people often forget to consider is crêpe spreaders.

Catering businesses commonly use both metal and wooden crêpe spreaders. Each one has its own benefits, drawbacks and preferred uses. The best crêpe spreader for you will often depend on your experience level, your commercial setup and the type of crêpes you want to make.

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