"I love lemon filled doughnuts when I can find them. This recipe brings the concept to a new level by placing the filling into a baked beignet and enhancing it with a bit of almond flavoring and toasted almonds. The result? Sunshine in a bite. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened (4-1/2 ounces)
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2/3 cup confectioners' sugar, divided
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2 tablespoons lemon curd
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2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
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1/4 teaspoon almond extract
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1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
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1 small egg, beaten
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1 tablespoon water
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2 teaspoons lemon juice
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2 teaspoons 2% milk
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3 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted