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Cream Puffs

Homemade Cream Puffs That Melt in Your Mouth

Delight your family and friends with these delectable cream puffs, a classic dessert that brings everyone together.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 puffs
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pastry Ingredients
  • 1 cup water Provides moisture for the dough
  • 0.5 cup butter Adds richness and flavor
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Main structure component
  • 4 large eggs Creates lift; use room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup heavy cream Whipped for a creamy texture
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar Sweetens whipped cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Flavoring for the filling

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Piping bag
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • electric mixer
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparing the Dough
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine water and butter. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat.
  2. Once boiling, add flour all at once, stirring vigorously until the dough forms a smooth ball.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool for about 5 minutes.
Incorporating Eggs
  1. Add eggs one at a time into the cooled dough mixture, beating until smooth after each addition.
Piping the Pastry
  1. Transfer dough into a piping bag. Pipe small mounds onto a lined baking sheet.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes without opening the door.
Cooling
  1. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
Preparing the Filling
  1. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
Assembling the Cream Puffs
  1. Cut each puff in half or poke a hole, then fill with whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1puffCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure eggs are at room temperature and avoid opening the oven door while baking.

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