A Lemon Cream Cheese Pastry Ring is a delightful and elegant treat that combines the tangy flavor of lemon with rich cream cheese, all wrapped up in a flaky pastry. Here’s a recipe to create this delicious pastry ring:
Ingredients:
- 2 sheets of puff pastry, thawed according to package instructions
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
- Fresh berries, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
- On a lightly floured surface, unfold one sheet of puff pastry. Roll it out slightly to smooth any creases and to create a larger rectangle.
- Spread half of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Carefully place the second sheet of puff pastry on top of the cream cheese layer. Press down gently to seal the edges.
- Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the pastry into strips, about 1 inch wide, starting from the long side of the rectangle.
- Twist each strip a few times and then form it into a ring shape, overlapping the ends slightly to seal. Continue with all the strips until you have a complete ring.
- Brush the beaten egg over the pastry ring to give it a golden brown color when baked.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
- Allow the pastry ring to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring it to a serving platter.
- Optionally, dust the cooled pastry ring with powdered sugar for a decorative touch. Garnish with fresh berries if desired.
- Slice and serve the Lemon Cream Cheese Pastry Ring while still slightly warm. Enjoy!
This pastry ring is perfect for brunches, afternoon teas, or as a sweet treat for any occasion. The combination of creamy lemon filling and flaky pastry is sure to be a hit!