Lemon Puff Pastry

Name: Lemon Puff Pastry
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients: Puff yeast dough - 200 g; Chicken egg - 120 g; Wheat flour for baking - 30 g; Lemon - 120 g; Sugar - 50 g

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Puff pastry is a pastry made from puff pastry. You can add a variety of savory or sweet fillings to it. Puff pastry with lemon is suitable as an afternoon snack or a light snack, an addition to tea or coffee. You can use ready-made puff pastry from the store.

How to cook Lemon Puff Pastry

Step 1

Break the chicken eggs.

Step 2

Beat until smooth.

Step 3

Slice the lemon and remove the seeds.

Step 4

Place the chopped lemon into a blender bowl and add sugar.

Step 5

Grind lemon with sugar until smooth.

Step 6

Cut the dough into squares. Place the lemon and sugar filling in the center of the squares.

Step 7

Fold the puff pastry into a triangle and secure the edges with a fork.

Step 8

Brush the puff pastries with the egg mixture.

Step 9

Bake the lemon puff pastries in a preheated oven for 10-15 minutes.

Step 10

Let the puff pastries cool slightly and serve.

Lemon Puff Pastry - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Can I use store-bought lemon curd instead of making the lemon-sugar filling from scratch?

Yes, store-bought lemon curd works well as a shortcut—just use about 2-3 tablespoons per pastry for balanced flavor.

How long do lemon puff pastries stay fresh, and what's the best way to store them?

They keep for 2-3 days in an airtight container at room temperature. For longer storage, freeze them (see freezing tips below).

Can I make these pastries vegan?

Absolutely! Use plant-based puff pastry, flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water per egg), and coconut sugar or maple syrup instead of regular sugar.

My pastries didn't turn flaky. What went wrong?

Overworking the dough or not chilling it before baking can reduce flakiness. Handle the pastry minimally and keep ingredients cold.

What are creative ways to serve these lemon pastries?

Dust with powdered sugar, drizzle with honey, or pair with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Can I freeze unbaked or baked lemon puff pastries?

Freeze unbaked pastries on a tray, then transfer to a bag for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding 2-3 extra minutes. Baked pastries freeze well too—reheat in a 350°F oven.

How can I adjust the recipe for smaller or larger pastries?

For minis, cut dough into 2" squares and bake for 8-10 mins. For larger pastries, double the filling and bake 15-18 mins.

Is there a low-sugar option for the lemon filling?

Reduce sugar by half or use a sugar substitute like erythritol—but note that the texture may be less jam-like.

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Lemon Puff Pastry - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

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