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Famous Cream Puffs Recipe

Famous Cream Puffs Recipe

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  • Author: cozykitcheneats
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cream puffs 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in these famous cream puffs that are light, airy, and filled with a luscious cream filling. A classic dessert that’s perfect for any occasion!


Ingredients

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For the Choux Pastry:

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs

For the Cream Filling:

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Make the Choux Pastry: In a saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Stir in flour until the mixture forms a ball. Transfer to a mixing bowl and beat in eggs one at a time until smooth.
  3. Pipe and Bake: Pipe the pastry onto the prepared baking sheets and bake for about 30 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
  4. Prepare the Cream Filling: Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  5. Fill the Puffs: Once cooled, slice the puffs and fill them with the cream filling.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Dust with powdered sugar and serve these delicious cream puffs!

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before beginning.
  • You can customize the cream filling with different flavors like chocolate or fruit extracts.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cream puff
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg