LEMON NAPOLEONS
Steps:
- Make curd:
- Whisk sugar, eggs and yolks in heavy medium saucepan to blend. Mix in lemon juice, butter and peel. Whisk over medium-low heat until mixture thickens and just begins to bubble at edges, about 6 minutes (do not boil). Transfer to small bowl. Press plastic wrap directly onto surface of curd. Chill until cold,at least 2 hours. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Keep chilled.)
- Make phyllo pastries:
- Position 1 rack in bottom third and 1 rack in center of over; preheat to 375°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Mix 2 tablespoons sugar and cinnamon in bowl.
- Place 1 phyllo sheet on work surface (cover remaining phyllo with plastic and damp cloth). Brush phyllo with butter; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon cinnamon sugar. Top with second phyllo sheet. Brush with gutter; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon cinnamon sugar. Repeat layering with remaining 4 phyllo sheets, butter and cinnamon sugar. Trim phyllo stack to 12 inches wide by 18 inches long. Cut stack into four 3-inch-wide by 18-inch-long strips. Cut each strip into six 3-inch squares, forming twenty-four squares. Transfer to baking sheets.
- Bake phyllo squares 6 minutes. Switch sheets on racks and bake until deep golden brown,about 4 minutes longer. Cool pastries on baking sheets.
- Beat cream, 2 teaspoons sugar and vanilla in medium bowl until stiff peaks form. Arrange 8 pastries on work surface. Spoon curd into pastry bag fitted with medium star tip. Pipe curd in parallel lines onto each pastry. Top each with second pastry. Spoon whipped cream into another pastry bag fitted with medium star tip. Pipe cream atop second pasties. Top each with third pastry. Transfer to platter. (Can be made 2 hours ahead; chill)
- Lightly dust napoleons with powdered sugar and serve.
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Anurag Shah
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this lemon napoleon recipe to others.
Roy Martin
[email protected]Overall, I thought the lemon napoleons were a good recipe. They were easy to make and turned out delicious.
Marli Bredenhann
[email protected]The lemon napoleons were a bit too tart for my taste, but I'm sure others would enjoy them.
DJ Dan
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my lemon napoleons turned out a bit dry.
Oliver Drury
[email protected]The lemon napoleons were a bit more work than I expected, but they were definitely worth it.
Shafia Ijaz
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the pastry to roll out evenly, but the napoleons still turned out pretty good.
Herlinda Long
[email protected]The lemon napoleons were a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall they were still very good.
Esme Salas
[email protected]I've been looking for a good lemon napoleon recipe for ages. This one is definitely a winner.
Rose Imali
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The lemon napoleons were a huge hit at my last potluck.
Amy Pleticha
[email protected]These lemon napoleons are absolutely delicious. The pastry is perfectly flaky and the filling is smooth and creamy.
Mm Gg
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but these napoleons were surprisingly good. The filling was light and airy, and the pastry was flaky and buttery.
Hap Wichryk
[email protected]These lemon napoleons are so elegant and delicious. They are perfect for a special occasion.
Md Faridul Islam
[email protected]I love the bright lemon flavor of these napoleons. They are the perfect summer dessert.
Muhammad Sale
[email protected]The lemon napoleons were easy to make and turned out beautifully. The filling was smooth and creamy, and the pastry was flaky and golden brown.
IFRS Expert
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the lemon napoleons turned out perfectly. They were a big hit with my family and friends.
Jasim Ahmed
[email protected]These lemon napoleons are a bit more labor-intensive than some other desserts, but they are well worth the effort. They are absolutely stunning and taste even better than they look.
Gary Newman
[email protected]I've tried many lemon napoleon recipes, but this one is by far the best. The pastry is so light and airy, and the filling is perfectly balanced.
Sabie Masindi
[email protected]Lemon Napoleons were a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of flaky pastry, creamy filling, and bright lemon flavor was divine.