Directions:
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- Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into squares.
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- Place the pastry squares on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool.
- In a saucepan, heat the milk with the lemon zest until it begins to boil. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the sugar until pale and creamy. Add the cornstarch and mix well.
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- Slowly pour the warm milk into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely.
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- In a separate bowl, whip the whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled lemon mixture until well combined.
- Cut the baked puff pastry squares in half horizontally.
- Spread a generous amount of the lemon cream mixture onto the bottom half of each pastry square.
- Place the top half of the pastry square over the cream to create a sandwich.
Kcal: 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 8 servings
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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- Quick and Easy: With a preparation time of about 20 minutes and a cooking time of 15 minutes, these pastries can be ready in under an hour. This makes them ideal for last-minute guests or when you need a quick dessert that doesn’t compromise on taste.
- Versatile: These pastries are customizable. While lemon zest is used here, you could easily substitute orange or lime zest for a different twist. Additionally, the cream can be flavored with vanilla or almond extract to suit different palates.
- Perfect for All Occasions: Whether it’s a festive celebration, a family dinner, or just a sweet treat to end the day, these pastries fit perfectly. They’re as suitable for a formal event as they are for a cozy family dessert.
