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Heavenly Cream Puffs – A Timeless Indulgence

Amal
Light, airy, and irresistibly creamy—these homemade cream puffs are the perfect balance of crisp choux pastry and luscious whipped filling. Whether served as a classic dessert or dressed up with chocolate drizzle, they are a delightful treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine French-inspired
Servings 12 cream puffs

Ingredients
  

For the Choux Pastry:

  • 180 grams water
  • 90 grams butter
  • A pinch of salt
  • A pinch of sugar
  • 130 grams flour
  • 3-4 eggs

For the Cream Filling:

  • 250 grams heavy cream
  • 30 grams powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Drizzle (Optional):

  • 100 grams dark chocolate
  • 50 grams heavy cream

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven – Set your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Make the Choux Pastry
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, bring water, butter, salt, and sugar to a boil.
  • Remove from heat and add flour, stirring quickly until the dough comes together.
  • Return to low heat and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until a thin film forms on the bottom of the pan.
  • Transfer dough to a mixing bowl and let cool slightly.
  • Incorporate the Eggs
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, until the dough is smooth, glossy, and pipeable.
  • Pipe and Bake
  • Transfer the dough to a piping bag and pipe small mounds onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and puffed up. Do not open the oven door while baking.
  • Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  • Prepare the Filling
  • In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  • Transfer to a piping bag.
  • Fill the Puffs
  • Slice each puff in half or poke a small hole in the bottom.
  • Pipe in the whipped cream filling.
  • Optional: Chocolate Drizzle
  • Melt dark chocolate and heavy cream together until smooth.
  • Drizzle over the filled puffs for an extra indulgent touch.

Notes

  • Avoid deflating the puffs by ensuring the dough is cooked properly before adding eggs.
  • For extra crispiness, return filled puffs to a low oven (150°C/300°F) for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Storage: Store unfilled puffs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for longer shelf life.
  • Serving Suggestion: Dust with powdered sugar or serve with fresh berries for a refreshing twist.