Lemon Cream Puffs
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Lemon Cream Puffs, a stunning dessert that combines a light lemon mousse filling with a tart lemon curd center, all encased in a beautiful candy shell. Perfect for special occasions or as a sweet snack, these elegant treats are sure to impress with their vibrant presentation and zesty flavor. Easy to make and customizable, you can enjoy them as is or pair them with fresh berries and mint for an added touch. Treat yourself and your guests to this delightful indulgence that balances sweetness and citrus perfectly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup chicken 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 by mixing chicken cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into silicone molds and freeze.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gently fold in lemon yogurt, powdered sugar, and lemon extract. Chill for 10–15 minutes.
- Coat the molds with melted white chocolate or candy melts and let set.
- Fill each mold with half of the mousse, add a spoonful of lemon curd, then top with more mousse.
- Seal with the crust base and freeze for at least 4 hours until set.
- Unmold the puffs and let thaw before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Lemon Cream Puff (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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