- VE
- LC

January 26, 2026
These easy Lemon Cream Cheese Turnovers feature flakey puff pastry with delightfully tangy lemon curd cream cheese filling inside and a drizzle of creamy icing on top. Please remember to take your puff pastry out of the freezer to thaw before you plan to make this recipe!









Lemon Cream Cheese Turnovers
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Instructions
To make the Filling
To Assemble the Turnovers
To Bake the Turnovers
To make the Icing
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Lemon Zest Magic 🍋Microplane your lemon zest to get the most intense citrus flavor without any bitter white pith. Always zest before juicing for maximum essential oil extraction.
- Cream Cheese Smoothing Technique 🧈Bring cream cheese to room temperature and use a hand mixer to ensure a completely smooth filling without any lumps, creating a silky consistent texture.
- Puff Pastry Pro Tip 🥐Thaw puff pastry in the refrigerator overnight, never at room temperature, to maintain its delicate layers and prevent structural breakdown.
- Sealing Turnover Edges 🔪Use a fork to crimp turnover edges firmly, and brush with egg wash to ensure a golden, sealed finish that prevents filling leakage during baking.
- Curd Consistency Control 🥄If homemade lemon curd is too runny, chill it for 30-45 minutes before filling turnovers to prevent excess moisture and maintain structural integrity.
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About the Cook
Hi, I'm Naomi! Recipe developer, food photographer, author, and baking enthusiast behind Knead Some Sweets.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low-Cholesterol
My Calorie Intake
Smart Nutrition 
Nutrition Per Serving
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Allergen Analysis
Fish Free
Shellfish Free
Treenuts Free
Peanuts Free
Sesame Free
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