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Lemon Cream Puffs That Will Brighten Your Day Instantly

These Lemon Cream Puffs are delightful no-bake treats bursting with lemony flavor that will brighten your day.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 puffs
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Graham Cracker Crust
  • 2 cups graham crackers substitute with crushed shortbread cookies if desired
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
For the Lemon Mousse
  • 1 cup full-fat lemon Greek yogurt best for ultimate creaminess
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 cup whipped cream homemade or store-bought
For the Lemon Curd
  • 1 cup homemade lemon curd fresh is recommended
For the Candy Shell
  • 1 cup white chocolate melt carefully
  • a few drops oil-based yellow food coloring a little goes a long way

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Piping bag
  • microwave
  • silicone molds
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Cream Puffs
  1. Prepare Graham Cracker Crust: Pulse graham crackers in a food processor until fine crumbs. Combine with melted butter and press into molds. Chill for 15 minutes.
  2. Make Lemon Mousse: Whip yogurt and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Fold in whipped cream until just combined.
  3. Prepare Lemon Curd Center: Fill each crust with lemon curd, leaving top space for mousse.
  4. Fill with Mousse: Spoon or pipe mousse over lemon curd, smoothing the surface.
  5. Shape Candy Shell: Melt white chocolate, mix with food coloring, and dip puff tops. Set on tray.
  6. Freeze: Place puffs in the freezer for at least 4 hours for perfect texture.
  7. Serve: Let puffs thaw for 10-15 minutes before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1puffCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These puffs are best served chilled and should not be reheated. They can be stored in the freezer for up to one week.

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