Puffs of Cream
Delight your senses with "Puffs of Cream," a heavenly dessert that combines light-as-air pastry shells with a luscious whipped cream filling. This elegant treat starts with a classic choux pastry, baked to golden perfection, and features a silky vanilla-infused whipped cream that’s irresistibly creamy. With a drizzle of melted chocolate for an optional touch of decadence, these cream puffs are perfect for celebrations, afternoon tea, or whenever you crave a sophisticated indulgence. Quick to prepare and utterly impressive, this recipe makes 12 airy delights, ready in under an hour. Whether you serve them fresh or chilled, "Puffs of Cream" will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 4 pieces large eggs
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup melted chocolate (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, water, and salt. Heat over medium-high heat until the butter melts and the mixture comes to a rolling boil.
Reduce the heat to low and add the flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until a smooth dough forms and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the pan from heat and let the dough cool for 5 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time to the cooled dough, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the mixture becomes smooth and glossy.
Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a round tip or use a spoon to drop tablespoon-sized mounds onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and crisp. Do not open the oven door during baking to prevent them from collapsing.
Remove the puffs from the oven and pierce each puff with a small knife to release steam. Let them cool completely on a wire rack.
While the puffs are cooling, prepare the whipped cream filling. In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Transfer the whipped cream to a clean piping bag fitted with a star or round tip. Carefully fill each puff by inserting the tip into the bottom or side, or slice the puffs in half and sandwich the cream inside.
If desired, drizzle the filled puffs with melted chocolate for a finishing touch.
Serve immediately for the best texture, or store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 24 hours.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 265.2 g | 340% | |
| Saturated Fat | 150.2 g | 751% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1348 mg | 449% | |
| Sodium | 1086 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.0 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.1 g | ||
| Protein | 43.2 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 236 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 826 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
