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Cream Puffs

Cream Puffs: 12 Irresistible Treats for Every Occasion

  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Classic Cream Puffs are a year-round treat that will surely impress at your next gathering. They feature a choux pastry baked to a light golden brown, filled with chocolate whipped cream and sprinkled with powdered sugar.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 1/3 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 4 Large Eggs
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1/3 cup Dutch Process Cocoa Powder (or unsweetened cocoa powder)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  1. Adjust your oven rack to the middle position or the one above. Preheat your oven to 425ºF. Prep a large cookie sheet with either parchment paper or a silicone liner.
  2. Add the water, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and salt to a medium-size saucepan, stirring over medium-high heat until the butter has melted and the mixture has come to a boil.
  3. Remove the mixture from the heat and add the all-purpose flour, stirring vigorously until well combined. Return to medium-high heat until the paste is thick and smooth.
  4. Transfer the mixture to your stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and beat on medium speed until the steam dissipates and the sides cool slightly.
  5. Add in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each one is fully absorbed into the batter. The batter should be smooth and glossy.
  6. Using a one-tablespoon-size cookie scoop, scoop out the choux pastry and place them 1 inch apart on the prepared sheet.
  7. Bake the choux pastry for 10 minutes at 425ºF, then reduce the heat to 375ºF and bake for an additional 25 minutes.
  8. The cream puffs will be puffed up and light golden brown. Remove from the oven and cut a slit into the side of each cream puff to release steam.
  9. Chill your mixer bowl in the freezer for 10-15 minutes before starting the chocolate whipped cream.
  10. Add the heavy cream, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to your chilled mixer bowl. Beat until blended, then increase speed to medium-high until stiff peaks form.
  11. Carefully slice the cream puffs in half.
  12. Fit a pastry bag with a decorating tip, fill with chocolate whipped cream, and pipe it onto half the cream puff. Top with the other half and dust with powdered sugar.
  13. These cream puffs are best enjoyed immediately but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1 additional day.

Notes

  • Do not open the oven door during baking.
  • Ensure eggs are fully absorbed into the batter.
  • Use a chilled bowl for whipped cream for best results.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cream puff
  • Calories: 103
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 75 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg

Keywords: Cream Puffs, Dessert, Chocolate, Pastry

Find it online: https://www.recipesmollybaz.com/cream-puffs/