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Strawberry Cream Puff Pastry Squares

Strawberry Cream Puff Pastry Squares: A Sweet Delight to Share

Enjoy delightful Strawberry Cream Puff Pastry Squares, a crowd-pleaser perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 cup Water Provides moisture for the pastry dough.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness and flaky texture.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gives structure to the cream puff.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 4 large Eggs Essential for leavening.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Creates the luscious whipped filling.
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Sweetens the whipped cream.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor.
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Essential for the filling.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and ½ cup of unsalted butter over medium heat and stir until the butter melts.
  3. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then quickly add 1 cup of all-purpose flour and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
  4. Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a cohesive ball.
  5. Let the dough cool for 5 minutes, then mix in 4 large eggs one at a time until smooth.
  6. Spoon or pipe the dough into squares on the baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
  8. Whip together 1 cup of heavy cream, 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  9. Cut cooled pastry squares in half, fill with whipped cream, and top with sliced strawberries.
  10. Replace the tops and dust with powdered sugar if desired, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve the Strawberry Cream Puff Pastry Squares immediately after filling for the best taste and texture.

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