This Buttercream Crepe Cake with Lemon Curd is a decadent dessert that's lightened up and gluten-free. And don't forget gorgeous! Each delicious crepe is layered with buttercream and topped with tangy lemon curd!
This is probably the most amazing cake I've ever had. And I have tasted a lot of cakes in my time. But this one is incredibly special.
Lemon is my favorite right now. Yup, it just bumped out peanut butter for my number 1 favorite. I am loving all the lemon things right now.
Just saying, this cake will be PERFECT for Mother's Day. Guaranteed, you will be the favorite child.
This gorgeous cake is perfect for any holiday or gathering and has such a special presentation.
If you are looking for some more healthy dessert recipes, you will love these Chocolate Chip Zucchini Cookies, Homemade Snickers Bars, Matcha Coconut Ice Cream and definitely these No Bake Berry Cheesecake Bars!
All of these would be even more delicious with my Eggnog Latte, Apple Chai Latte, Chamomile Latte and my Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate!
Also, my cookbooks are both on sale now and would make a great gift! The Everything Wheat Free Diet Cookbook and The Greek Yogurt Cookbook are both the lowest prices I have seen!
Why You Should Make This Buttercream Crepe Cake with Lemon Curd
I just love an easy to make, no bake dessert. This beautiful cake might look fancy and that it took hours to make, but I promise it's very simple.
Remember a few weeks ago when I shared that lemon curd with you guys?
I figured there were some other ways to eat besides straight out of the jar (only half joking). And then I realized that it tastes delicious on EVERYTHING! Seriously, just about everything.
Lemon just screams spring to me. It makes me think of blooming flowers, sunshine, longer days and happier times. It's so fresh and light. And oh so perfect.
And there's fresh berries because, well, fresh berries. I may have gone a little overboard with them but in my opinion, there can never be too many.
How To Make This Buttercream Crepe Cake with Lemon Curd
Here's the deal, perfectionists might want to lighten up a bit when you make this cake. The edges are not all the same when you prepare the crepes and that's ok. I started to trim the edges of the crepes so that they were all he same size and then I gave up.
It's ok if it's not perfect. It still tastes delicious and looks pretty darn gorgeous (if I do say so myself). The most important part is that the cake tastes incredible, not how perfect the edges are.
I recommend making the crepes and the lemon curd ahead of time so that the preparation isn't too much. I made them the night before I prepared the cake and it was a huge time saver.
Check out my video that shows just how easy this is to make!
Recipe Tips
Shhhhh….don't tell anyone but this cake might look fancy, but it's really simple to make. It'll be our secret.
Besides being incredibly delicious, it's super gorgeous too. This crepe cake is a show stopper and perfect for family gatherings for Mother's Day, Easter or any plain old brunch you have. Such a beautiful presentation.
I like to make the crepes before hand and store them in the refrigerator until I am ready to prepare the cake. I have also heard from readers that they have also bought crepes from the grocery store and prepped the rest themselves.
Whatever works! I am all for convenience.
You can also top with whatever fresh fruit you have in your house or whatever you like. I chose berries because they are not only bright and colorful, but also nutritious and healthy. They are also in season now which is another positive!
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No Bake Strawberries and Cream Crepe Cake from Skinnytaste
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Buttercream Crepe Cake with Lemon Curd Topping
Ingredients
- 24 gluten-free crepes double batch
- Buttercream Frosting:
- 2 tablespoons butter softened (not melted)
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 ½ cups unrefined powdered sugar
- lemon curd and fresh berries for topping
Instructions
- Prepare crepes according to instructions. Place in an airtight container until ready to prepare the cake.
- Prepare lemon curd according to instructions. Place in an airtight jar in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Prepare frosting by adding all ingredients except powdered sugar in a medium bowl.
- Mix well.
- Slowly add sugar and mix with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Place in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to thicken.
- Place a crepe on a cake stand or a plate.
- Layer about 1-2 tablespoons of buttercream frosting over the crepe.
- Layer with another crepe and continue to spread frosting on top and layer until all frosting is finished.
- Allow to sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for cake to set.
- Spread prepared lemon curd on top of last crepe.
- Top with fresh berries.
Jessica Formicola
These are positively beautiful! I've always been a little scared to make crepes at home, but you make it look so simple.
lauren.kelly
Thanks Jessica!
Brenda@SugarfreeMom
What a gorgeous cake! I love those thin layers between lemon curd!! So smart and perfect for Mother's day!
lauren.kelly
Thank you Brenda!
Sarah Walker Caron (Sarah's Cucina Bella)
What a lovely, delicate cake! So glad you got him to try it. I want some now too!
lauren.kelly
Thanks Sarah!
Megan @ MegUnprocessed
These are so pretty!
lauren.kelly
Thank you Megan!
Cynthia/What A Girl Eats
Wow! So beautiful and delicious! Love this dessert!
lauren.kelly
Thank you Cynthia!
Angie | Big Bear's Wife
Those crepe layers are just beautiful! I've always wanted to make a crepe cake but I've always been too nervous! I thought that they would be way too hard to whip up! However, I think you're right, I think this would be a wonderful mother's day recipe!
lauren.kelly
It was easier than it looks Angie!
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes
I actually am totally obsessed with lemon right now and I have no idea why. This cake is blowing my mind right now - gorgeous!
Amy
I’m a big lemon fan also and the only thing that truly beats it is chocolate. I love pb though too. Depends on the season also. So this cake, b/c it has yogurt to cut the buttah is going into my saved recipes pins. I will share with my GF buddies as well. I will NOT share my cake though. I’m not that nice. lol Well unless there’s “enough”.lol. I have seen the martha crepe cake also and drooled over it endlessly suggesting my friends and family might want to make it for my bday “or something” so far to no avail. I actually just got a message from my fave local strawberry farm where we pick the best strawberries in the world that we use for jam usually (after a few strawberry shortcakes). I think they’d be great on this but the blueberries and raspberries “take the cake” for gorgeousness also. I happen to have a jar of “downton abbey lemon curd” in my cabinet as we speak and it’s been all I could do to not open it and grab a spoon. Question: When making a stack of crepes, do you put waxed paper between them or just stack them one on top of the other for storage until you’re going to use them. Do they stick together? It’s been some time since I made crepes! #OldAlert. 🙂
lauren.kelly
Hi Amy! Yes, I place parchment paper in between the crepes in order to prevent sticking. They are so thin and delicate that they will easily stick together. I hope you like it! And it's ok not to share 😉
Rachel @ {i love} my disorganized life
Oh my Lord! It's gorgeous and sounds amazing! Perfect for a spring brunch!
lauren.kelly
Thanks so much Rachel!
Vivian | stayaliveandcooking
I've never made a crepe cake before but I sure have to try this! Loving this idea.
lauren.kelly
Thanks Vivian!
Robert
these pictures are incredible. Crepe Cakes with Lemon Curd, I cannot wait to make this.
lauren.kelly
Oh thank you Robert!
Kristen+@+A+Mind+Full+Mom
I have been wanting to make crepes all week--I was thinking back to my french classses in high school where we had them several times a year (what a treat!!) This is just awesome!!
lauren.kelly
Thanks Kristen!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious
2 things:
1. Lemon is my everything, too.
2. the rustic edges make it look BETTER than if they were perfect. They are more artistic.
OK, maybe 3 things.
3. This looks beyond delicious!
lauren.kelly
I'm going with that, more artistic!! Thanks Dorothy!
Beth
I'm ready for some crepe cake at 7:30am!!
lauren.kelly
Me too Beth!
kellie+@+The+Suburban+Soapbox
I, absolutely, love crepe cakes! Your gluten free version is great when I have guests...can't wait to try it!
lauren.kelly
Thanks Kellie! xo