Lemon Custard Croissants 🍋
These lemon custard croissants are delicious and so easy to make🤤#custard #lemon #sweets #dessertrecipe #dessert
🥐 Lemon Custard Croissants with Lemon Glaze🍋
Ingredients
For the croissants:🥐
• 4 large croissants (store-bought or homemade).
🍋For the lemon custard filling🍋
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 egg yolks
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest
For the lemon glaze:
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2–3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp lemon zest
• 1–2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
1. Make the lemon custard
• In a saucepan, whisk together sugar + cornstarch
• Add egg yolks and milk, whisk until smooth
• Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened
• Remove from heat, then stir in butter, vanilla, lemon juice, and zest
• Let it cool completely (it will thicken more as it cools)
2. Prepare the croissants
• Slice each croissant open (like a sandwich, but don’t cut all the way through)
• Fill generously with lemon custard
3. Make the glaze
• In a bowl, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice
• Add zest and a little cream if you want it smoother and glossy
• Adjust thickness:
• Too thick → add more lemon juice
• Too thin → add more powdered sugar
4. Assemble & finish
• Drizzle the lemon glaze generously over the top
• Let some drip down the sides for that “bakery look”
• sprinkle extra lemon zest and powdered sugar on top
If you're looking to elevate your brunch or satisfy a sweet craving, lemon custard croissants are a delightful choice. I remember the first time I tried making lemon custard from scratch—it seemed intimidating, but following a simple stovetop method really helped. Using cornstarch as a thickener instead of flour gives the custard a silky, smooth texture, which perfectly complements the flaky croissant layers. When preparing the lemon custard, make sure to whisk constantly over medium heat to avoid lumps and burning. Once you remove it from the heat, adding butter and vanilla extract enriches the flavor, while fresh lemon juice and zest bring a vibrant citrus punch. Cooling the custard fully before filling the croissants is key; the custard sets nicely and won’t spill out. For the croissants, I like to slice them just enough to create a pocket without cutting all the way through—that way, they hold the filling well but still bite easily. You can use store-bought croissants for convenience, but homemade croissants add an extra buttery and flaky dimension if you have the time. The lemon glaze is the perfect finishing touch. Adjusting its consistency keeps it glossy without being too runny or thick. Adding a bit of heavy cream gives it a luscious texture and balances the tartness. Drizzling the glaze generously over the croissants and sprinkling extra lemon zest creates an irresistible bakery-style presentation. These lemon custard croissants are versatile; besides desserts, they work great for tea parties or special breakfasts. Pairing them with a hot cup of tea or coffee enhances the overall experience. Trying different citrus zest or infusing the custard with herbs like thyme can also add unique flavors if you want to experiment. Overall, this recipe combines the richness of custard with the bright flavors of lemon, wrapped in buttery croissants—easy enough for beginners, yet impressive enough to share with guests.
Lemon custard croissants sound so good 😩 that flaky pastry with that smooth, tangy custard just hits. I know they’re buttery, soft, and perfect with a coffee.