Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Ricotta Crepes, a perfect treat for breakfast or brunch. These soft, tender crepes are filled with a creamy lemon ricotta mixture and topped with a luscious berry compote, making for a refreshing and satisfying meal. The unique combination of sweet and tangy flavors will awaken your taste buds and leave you wanting more. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a cozy morning at home, these crepes are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cold milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons canola oil (plus more for frying)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- A pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 8 oz. ricotta cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 to 4 tablespoons milk for the filling
Instructions
- In a blender, combine cold milk, eggs, canola oil, flour, salt, and sugar. Blend until smooth.
- Cover the batter and refrigerate it for 1 to 2 hours.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium-high heat and add oil.
- Pour a small amount of batter into the center of the pan while swirling to spread evenly.
- Cook until golden brown spots form (about 20 seconds), then flip and cook for another 15 seconds.
- For the filling, blend together ricotta cheese, lemon zest, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
- Fill each warm crepe with the ricotta mixture, roll or fold them up, and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg