Crêpe and pancake machines
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Frequently asked questions
What characterizes a professional crêpe machine?
The difference between the pancake machines you can buy in supermarkets for DKK 2-300 and the professional machines for DKK 2-4,000 is big. But even among the professional machines there is a big difference. A professional crêpe maker is typically made of stainless steel with a heavy cast iron plate on top. It either heats with a gas burner or insulated electric heaters. The difference between the good and the bad models typically lies in the details, and it can be difficult to assess without having seen the machine. Call us on 4261 3995 if you want to hear more about professional crêpe machines.
How much does it cost to start a pancake stand?
With the very essential equipment, you can get started for DKK 5-10,000. This includes a crêpe machine with connection (if it runs on gas), an accessory pack, a chocolate warmer and a few small things. You can have this setup on a custom-made bike or place it on a table if you go out to events. The total investment can amount to DKK 100,000 to DKK 300,000 if you want a food truck or a real pancake café.
What brands do you sell?
We carry only one brand of crêpe machines, namely Krampouz. It is the leading manufacturer in the world that, in our opinion, makes the best quality you can get. We have sold their Professional series since 2016, which is made for you who want to make crêpes full time. They are produced by hand in France and tested before being packed. Therefore, they often last longer than 10 years with intensive use.
How many machines do I need?
Most people choose to start out with two machines that can be operated by one person. It gives you the opportunity to keep up with demand during today's peak period, and not least to double the productivity/income for the stall. On campsites, for example, you can often settle for one to start with, as it functions as an additional source of income and is not the core business, as it is in a pancake cafe.
Is there a warranty on it?
We always provide a minimum 1-year full warranty. This covers both spare parts and hours.
Top-quality French crêpe machines and pancake makers
We are official distributors of crêpe machines from the French manufacturer Krampouz. We typically stock all their crêpe machines from the LUXURY series.
We have personally visited the Krampouz factory in France and observed how they hand-build all their machines. The crêpe machines are expected to last for at least 10 years. Call us if you need advice for your crêperie or waffle stand.
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What can the pancake makers be used for?
The pancake makers can be used for all imaginable types of pancakes
- Sweet pancakes (crêpes)
- Galettes (buckwheat pancakes)
- American pancakes
- Tortillas, wraps, and flatbreads (model CGBIB4AA only)
Good advice for buying a crêpe machine
Cast iron instead of porcelain
When investing in a crêpe machine, you should always choose a model with cast iron. This provides much better heat distribution. Avoid models with porcelain. As soon as a crack appears in the porcelain, you can no longer make crêpes on it without the crêpe breaking apart.
There are many cheap models on the market from China, and with intensive use, they can break down after 6 months. This is partly why we have chosen the more expensive solution of stocking what we believe is the best model on the market from the French company Krampouz. Unlike its competitors, Krampouz machines have a rough cooking surface. This allows it to absorb fat better and makes the crêpe easier to turn.
LUXURY series or STANDARD series?
Crêpe machines from Krampouz's LUXURY series maintain their temperature perfectly, and we can say this with confidence because they have been tested by a major industrial giant.
Electric or gas?
The machine is available in both an electric version (230 V and 400 V) and a gas version suitable for gas cylinders and natural gas. The 400 V model heats up faster than the 230 V model, which takes approximately 15-20 minutes to reach 220°C. However, once hot, they do not consume much power, as the heating elements and the machine are well insulated.
Important notes on gas crêpe machines
A gas model has a higher ambient temperature, making an electric model more comfortable to work with. However, if you need to operate outdoors and do not have access to a fixed power supply, the gas model will be the right choice. It is worth noting that models from the LUXURY series regulate the flame when the plate gets too hot. This is a huge advantage, so you or your employees don't have to constantly adjust the temperature.
Natural gas nozzles are included, but the gas models are preset for cylinder gas. An 11 kg cylinder can be used here. The law requires that the connection be made by an authorized gas professional. Otherwise, the warranty and your insurance will be void due to fire risk.
A flexible hose, low-pressure regulator, clamps, and a ½” hose nozzle are required to install a gas crêpe machine. All of these are sold in an accessory kit for connection.
Single or double crêpe machine?
We always recommend buying the plates individually, as they are easier to move around. You will need a minimum of two plates, so you always have one crêpe cooking on one plate while you brown another crêpe on the second plate. This provides a good flow and means you can keep up if there's a queue.
Before using the machine for the first time
When you use the crêpe machine for the first time, you need to "season the plate." You do this by applying a little sunflower oil to the plate at 270 degrees, spreading it with the oil spreader, letting it dry out (and smoke off) for 7 minutes, and repeating the process approximately 8 times with slightly less oil each time until the plate is golden brown and shiny.
Accessories for crêperie
You can advantageously use the Krampouz chocolate warmer to keep a chocolate sauce or caramel sauce from Odense Marcipan warm.
When you start, we recommend investing in the crêpe starter kit. This includes an oil spreader, batter spreader, sharpening stone, palette knife, and ladle (soup spoon) at a great price.
You will also need a small water tray to rinse the batter spreader. This could be a gastronorm pan.
The round batter spreader is popular in Denmark and is probably the easiest to use. The batter is placed in the middle and spread out with loose circular movements. The flat one is popular in the home of crêpes, Brittany, and can be a little more difficult to use, but you learn quickly.
You can easily make your own pancake batter. There are many different recipes, so find your own favorite. The batter always benefits from resting in the refrigerator for an hour. You can also buy ready-made mixes where you only need to add water. These are often quite good. You can use a smaller mixer, a regular whisk, or a hand blender with a whisk to mix the batter.
Rules for street vending
Remember that there are rules for selling food on the street and in food trucks. You can read more about the rules for street vending here.
Free advice by phone or in Aarhus
If you have questions about our products, we are ready to take your call at 42613995. We have received training in France on the products, their use, recipe development, and applied techniques.
