Lefse — General recipe

Lefse

Eats Now Editorial Team  · 978 kcal  · General

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Try this homemade Lefse recipe the whole family will love. Made with buttermilk, baking soda, lemon juice and sugar. Easy step-by-step instructions incl…

This Lefse relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as buttermilk, baking soda (for buttermilk), to 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice and to 2/3 cups sugar. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 978 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General
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