Lemon Cream Napoleons Recipe

Light, zesty, and utterly irresistible! These Lemon Cream Napoleons are the perfect elegant dessert for Easter, but they're so delightful, you'll want to make them all year round. Flaky puff pastry layers are sandwiched with a tangy lemon cream filling, creating a taste sensation that will leave you craving more. Easy to make, yet impressive to serve, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 27 mins
Calories 209.8 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Lemon Cream Napoleons

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How to Make Lemon Cream Napoleons

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Carefully unfold puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut each sheet into 3 equal rectangles.
  3. Arrange the pastry rectangles on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each one.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  6. While the pastry cools, prepare the lemon cream filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon zest, lemon juice, powdered sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
  7. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream until the mixture is thick and creamy.
  8. Once the pastry is completely cool, spread a generous layer of lemon cream onto the bottom layer of one pastry rectangle.
  9. Top with a second pastry rectangle, and then another layer of lemon cream.
  10. Finish with the final pastry rectangle. Gently press down.
  11. Dust with powdered sugar (optional) and serve immediately or chill for later.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

22g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Cream Napoleons?

Lemon Cream Napoleons takes about 47 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 27 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon Cream Napoleons?

Lemon Cream Napoleons has approximately 209.8 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Cream Napoleons?

The key ingredients for Lemon Cream Napoleons are Frozen Puff Pastry, Milk, Instant Lemon Pudding Mix, Cool Whip, White Chocolate Chips, Food Coloring. See the full list with measurements above.

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