🥞 Taylor Swift’s Creative Fuel: Buckwheat Crepes with Ham, Cheese & a Fried Egg
When you think of Taylor Swift, you probably imagine epic ballads, glittering gowns, and high-profile stadium tours—not savory crepes. But believe it or not, this unexpected breakfast combo is one of the key ingredients to her creative energy.
Taylor has famously raved about her love for this hearty, French-inspired breakfast, especially during her NYC years. So what makes these crepes so special? Let’s break it down.
💡 The Story Behind the Breakfast
While living in Tribeca, Taylor frequented cozy brunch spots that served savory buckwheat crepes—specifically those filled with ham, melty cheese, and a fried egg. According to interviews, she’s drawn to this dish for a few reasons:
- Protein-packed and satisfying, perfect for long songwriting sessions.
- A nod to European-style breakfasts she fell in love with while touring.
- It pairs beautifully with her signature cinnamon latte (bonus points if you serve it on vintage china).
She reportedly first tried a version of this crepe during a trip to Paris and brought the idea back stateside. Now, it’s a staple in her weekend kitchen sessions.
🧾 Taylor-Inspired Buckwheat Crepe Recipe
Want to cook like Taylor? Here’s how to make her favorite savory crepes at home.
Ingredients (makes 4 crepes):
For the crepe batter:
- ¾ cup buckwheat flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup cold water
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (plus more for the pan)
For the filling:
- 4 slices of black forest ham (or prosciutto)
- 1 cup grated Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- 4 eggs (one per crepe)
- Optional: fresh thyme or chives for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Make the batter:
In a bowl, whisk together the buckwheat flour, egg, water, salt, and melted butter. Let it rest for 20–30 minutes at room temperature (Swift often uses this time to jot lyrics in her notebook). - Cook the crepes:
Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat. Lightly butter the surface, pour in ¼ cup of batter, and swirl to coat the pan thinly. Cook for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly golden. Repeat for all crepes. - Add the fillings:
Return a crepe to the pan. Place a slice of ham in the center, sprinkle with cheese, and crack an egg right on top. Cover with a lid and cook on low until the egg white sets and cheese melts (about 3–4 minutes). - Fold and garnish:
Gently fold the sides of the crepe inward to form a square, leaving the yolk visible in the center. Sprinkle with herbs if desired.
🎤 Why This Breakfast Hits All the Right Notes
This isn’t just a meal—it’s a ritual. Fans speculate that many of Taylor’s softer, more introspective songs (hello, Folklore and Evermore) may have been penned in the peaceful glow of morning, post-crepe.
Pair it with coffee, turn on Mirrorball, and you might just tap into your own inner poet.
