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Springtime Lemon Cream Puffs

Delightful and airy puffs filled with creamy, citrusy lemon goodness, perfect for springtime gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the pastry
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the filling
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a saucepan, combine water and butter over medium heat until the butter melts.
  3. Stir in flour and salt until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan.
  4. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
Filling
  1. For the filling, whisk heavy cream, powdered sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  2. Once the puffs are cooled, cut a small hole in the bottom and fill each with the lemon cream using a piping bag.
  3. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Store the puffs in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. The dough will soften over time. For a make-ahead option, bake and freeze puffs before filling. Thaw, whip up the cream, fill, and serve. Pro tip: Let puffs cool to prevent melting the filling.