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Lemon Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Braid

Lemon Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Braid: Effortless Elegance at Home

Lemon Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Braid is a quick and elegant dessert that transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping centerpiece for any brunch.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 22 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 13 oz Ready Rolled Puff Pastry Provides a flaky and crisp texture; substitute with gluten-free puff pastry if needed.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Curd Adds a tangy sweetness; substitute with raspberry or blueberry preserves for a fruity twist.
  • 5 oz Full Fat Cream Cheese Offers a rich texture; can be replaced with low-fat cream cheese or coconut cream.
  • 3 tbsp Icing/Powdered Sugar Sweetens the filling; substitute with powdered erythritol for a sugar-free option.
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; no substitutes needed.
  • 1/2 tbsp Cornflour/Cornstarch Stabilizes the filling; no substitutes necessary.
  • 1 medium Egg Provides a golden glaze; use a plant-based substitute for vegan versions.
Optional Toppings / Extras
  • Chopped Nuts Add for extra crunch.
  • Mini Chocolate Chips For a decadent twist.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • baking tray
  • Greaseproof Paper
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and prepare a baking tray lined with greaseproof paper.
  2. Unroll the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and score it into thirds lengthwise.
  3. Cut diagonal slits along the edges of the outer thirds of the pastry, about 1-inch apart.
  4. Carefully remove the small triangle of pastry between the middle and outer strips.
  5. Spoon the lemon curd into the middle third of the pastry, spreading it evenly.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, icing sugar, vanilla extract, and cornflour until smooth.
  7. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the lemon curd evenly.
  8. Fold the strips of pastry over the filling alternately to form a braid.
  9. Brush the surface of the braid with the lightly beaten egg.
  10. Bake for 17-22 minutes until golden brown.
  11. Allow to cool for 30 minutes before slicing into 1-inch pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Keep the puff pastry cold until ready to maintain its flaky texture. Avoid overfilling to prevent leaks during baking.

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