Description
Bring a little sunshine to your table with these Homemade Lemon Crepes—thin, delicate crepes filled with a tangy lemon curd or sweetened ricotta, dusted with powdered sugar and a hint of zest. This easy recipe is perfect for anyone looking for quick breakfast ideas, healthy snacks, or elegant dessert options. Whether you’re hosting brunch or craving a light and citrusy treat, these lemon crepes are a foolproof favorite for breakfast ideas, easy dinner treats, or a weekend food idea that feels extra special.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 1/4 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup powdered sugar (for garnish)
1 cup lemon curd or sweetened ricotta (for filling)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, whisk eggs and milk until combined.
2. Gradually add flour while whisking to avoid lumps.
3. Stir in melted butter, sugar, salt, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth.
4. Let the batter rest for 20–30 minutes to allow gluten to relax.
5. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or spray.
6. Pour 1/4 cup of batter into the pan and swirl to coat the bottom evenly.
7. Cook for 1–2 minutes until edges lift; flip and cook the other side for 30–60 seconds.
8. Stack cooked crepes on a plate and cover to keep warm.
9. Warm the lemon curd or mix ricotta with honey and zest for the filling.
10. Spread filling on one half of each crepe and fold or roll as desired.
11. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with lemon zest or fresh berries.
12. Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
Let the batter rest before cooking for tender, soft crepes.
Use a nonstick pan and light grease to avoid sticking.
If batter is too thick, thin it with a little more milk until it flows easily.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filled crepe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: lemon crepes, easy breakfast, brunch, citrus dessert, quick crepe recipe