Description
Lemon Cream Puffs are a delightful fusion of tangy lemon flavor and creamy sweetness, encased in a glossy shell that makes them truly spectacular. These elegant desserts are perfect for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to holiday gatherings. The refreshing lemon curd at the center combined with the light and airy lemon cream filling creates a memorable taste experience. If you’re looking to dazzle your guests and add a unique twist to your dessert table, these Lemon Cream Puffs are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- yellow food coloring (if using white chocolate)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust Base: Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press into silicone molds and freeze for about 10 minutes.
- Make the Lemon Cream Filling: Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Fold in lemon yogurt or combined lemon curd with whipped cream, powdered sugar, and lemon extract. Chill for 10–15 minutes.
- Coat Molds: Melt white chocolate or candy melts and coat the inside of each mold cavity evenly. Refrigerate until set.
- Fill Molds: Pipe half of the chilled mousse into each mold, add a spoonful of lemon curd in the center, then top with more mousse.
- Seal with Crust: Gently press the frozen crust onto each filled mold cavity.
- Freeze Until Set: Freeze for at least 4 hours until fully set.
- Unmold and Serve: Remove from molds and let sit at room temperature for about 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg