Lemon Cream Puffs
Indulge in the delightful experience of Lemon Cream Puffs, a show-stopping dessert that combines a buttery crust with a light and tangy lemon cream filling. These elegant treats are perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknights to festive gatherings. With their glossy candy shell and zesty center, they are sure to impress friends and family alike. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, these Lemon Cream Puffs will quickly become a go-to recipe in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 puffs 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup lemon Greek yogurt (or lemon curd mixed with whipped cream)
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp lemon extract
- 1/4 cup lemon curd
- 1 1/2 cups white chocolate or yellow candy melts
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar; press into mold cavities and freeze for 10 minutes.
- Make the Filling: Whip heavy cream to soft peaks; gently fold in yogurt, powdered sugar, and lemon extract. Chill for 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare the Shell: Melt candy melts; coat the inside of each mold with chocolate mixture. Chill until set.
- Assemble: Pipe mousse into molds, add lemon curd in the center, then top with more mousse.
- Seal: Press the crust onto each mold cavity to seal.
- Freeze: Place molds in freezer for at least 4 hours to set.
- Serve: Thaw for 10-15 minutes before unmolding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Lemon Cream Puff (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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