Lemon and Orange Iced Puffs Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 3/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
• 1/2 cup heavy cream, chilled
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Combine water, butter, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil.
3. Add flour, stirring constantly, until mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
4. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
5. Add eggs, one at a time, stirring well after each addition until dough is smooth and shiny.
6. Transfer dough to a pastry bag fitted with a plain tip. Pipe 12 mounds onto prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Let cool completely on baking sheet on a wire rack.
8. Meanwhile, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and lemon and orange juices in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil and thickens.
9. Remove from heat and stir in lemon and orange zest. Let cool to room temperature.
10. Beat heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
11. Split cooled puffs in half and fill each with lemon and orange filling. Pipe or spoon whipped cream on top and dust with powdered sugar.

Verdict:

These Lemon and Orange Iced Puffs are the perfect combination of tangy and sweet. The light and crispy puffs filled with the creamy citrus filling and topped with fluffy whipped cream make for a delectable treat that’s sure to please any dessert lover.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve these Lemon and Orange Iced Puffs chilled for a refreshing summer dessert. They’re sure to be a hit at any party or gathering!