Lemon Cream Cheese Poppy Seed Puffs
These delightful Lemon Cream Cheese Poppy Seed Puffs are a perfect blend of zesty lemon and nutty poppy seeds, combined with a rich cream cheese filling. This pull-apart 'bread' features golden, flaky biscuits that are easily shareable and irresistibly tasty. They make for a lovely dessert or a special brunch treat that your family and friends will adore. Their warm, soft texture and brilliant lemon flavor will brighten up any gathering!
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
cream cheese
1 (8 ounce package, softened)
sugar
1 1/4 (cups, divided)
grated lemon peel
2 (teaspoons, divided)
lemon juice
1 (tablespoon)
poppy seeds
2 (tablespoons)
Pillsbury Grands refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
1 (16 1/2 ounce package)
butter
1/2 (cup, melted)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a medium mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of grated lemon peel, and the lemon juice until smooth and well combined.
3
In a separate medium bowl, mix the remaining 3/4 cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of lemon peel, and the poppy seeds, ensuring an even distribution of the seeds.
4
Carefully separate the refrigerated biscuit dough into 8 equal biscuits. Gently split the side of each biscuit halfway to create an opening.
5
Using a spoon, fill each biscuit opening with approximately 2 rounded tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture, making sure not to overfill.
6
Firmly press the edges of the biscuit to seal the filling inside.
7
Dip each filled biscuit into the melted butter, ensuring they are well coated. Then, roll them in the poppy seed mixture to cover evenly.
8
Arrange the prepared biscuits in an ungreased jumbo nonstick muffin tin.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 13 to 17 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and puffed up.
10
Once baked, remove the puffs from the oven and let them cool in the muffin tin for 10 minutes.
11
Run a knife around the edge of each puff to help loosen them, and carefully remove them from the muffin cups.
12
Serve these delightful puffs warm for the best experience, and store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Lemon Cream Cheese Poppy Seed Puffs?
They are delightful pull-apart treats featuring golden, flaky refrigerated biscuits filled with a zesty lemon cream cheese mixture and coated in poppy seeds and sugar.
What ingredients do I need for the filling?
The filling consists of 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of grated lemon peel, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
How do I prepare the poppy seed coating?
Mix the remaining 3/4 cup of sugar with 1 teaspoon of lemon peel and 2 tablespoons of poppy seeds in a medium bowl.
What temperature should I bake the puffs at?
The oven should be preheated and set to 375°F (190°C).
What kind of biscuits are required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for one 16.5 ounce package of Pillsbury Grands refrigerated buttermilk biscuits.
How do I stuff the biscuits?
Separate the dough into 8 biscuits, split the side of each halfway to create an opening, and fill with about 2 rounded tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture.
How do I ensure the filling doesn't leak out?
Make sure not to overfill the biscuits and firmly press the edges of the dough to seal the filling inside before coating.
What is the purpose of the melted butter?
The melted butter is used to coat the filled biscuits so that the poppy seed and sugar mixture adheres evenly to the surface.
What type of baking pan should I use?
An ungreased jumbo nonstick muffin tin is recommended for arranging and baking the prepared biscuits.
How long do these take to bake?
Bake the puffs for 13 to 17 minutes, or until they are golden brown and puffed up.
How long should I let the puffs cool?
Let the puffs cool in the muffin tin for about 10 minutes before attempting to remove them.
How do I remove the puffs from the muffin tin?
Run a knife around the edge of each puff to loosen them from the cups before carefully lifting them out.
Should these be served warm or cold?
These puffs are best served warm for the optimal texture and flavor experience.
How should I store leftovers?
Any leftover puffs should be stored in the refrigerator due to the cream cheese content.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe because it uses refrigerated dough and simple mixing steps.
Can I serve this for brunch?
Absolutely, these puffs make for a special brunch treat or a sweet snack for gatherings.
How many puffs does one recipe make?
One recipe makes 8 individual puffs based on the biscuit count in the recommended package.
Do I need to grease the muffin tin?
No, the instructions specify using an ungreased jumbo nonstick muffin tin.
Can I use bottled lemon juice?
While bottled juice works, fresh lemon juice is preferred since you also need the grated lemon peel for the recipe.
Why is it called pull-apart bread?
Though baked individually in muffin tins, the texture of the flaky biscuits allows them to be easily shared and pulled apart.
What is the total amount of sugar used?
The recipe uses 1 1/4 cups of sugar total: 1/2 cup in the filling and 3/4 cup in the coating.
What is the texture of these puffs?
They feature a golden, flaky exterior with a warm, soft, and creamy center.
How much butter is required?
You will need 1/2 cup of melted butter for dipping the filled biscuits.
What does the poppy seed add to the recipe?
Poppy seeds provide a subtle nutty flavor and a classic visual contrast to the bright lemon flavor.
Can I substitute the buttermilk biscuits?
While you can try other refrigerated biscuit types, the 'Grands' buttermilk style provides the necessary size and flakiness for this specific recipe.
Is the lemon flavor very strong?
The recipe uses both juice and zest in both the filling and the coating for a brilliant, well-balanced lemon flavor.
What should the cream cheese consistency be?
The cream cheese should be thoroughly softened to ensure it combines smoothly with the sugar and juice without lumps.
How much lemon peel is needed in total?
The recipe requires 2 teaspoons of grated lemon peel, divided between the filling and the sugar coating.
Are these a dessert or a breakfast item?
They are versatile and can be served as a sweet breakfast/brunch item, a snack, or a dessert.
Can I make these without a muffin tin?
A muffin tin is recommended to help the puffs maintain their shape while baking and rising.