Famous Cream Puffs: A Delightful Dessert to Enjoy Any Time
Indulge in the delightful world of cream puffs with this easy and approachable recipe for Famous Cream Puffs: A Delightful Dessert to Enjoy Any Time. These light, airy pastries are filled with a luscious cream that will satisfy your sweet tooth without overwhelming your palate. Perfect for any occasion—be it a family gathering, a casual afternoon tea, or a festive celebration—these treats are sure to impress. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create homemade pastries that look as good as they taste. Customize the filling to suit your preferences and enjoy these irresistible bites that promise a perfect balance of crispy exteriors and creamy interiors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- 1 stick butter
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 1 pint heavy cream
- ⅓ cup whole milk
- 1 (3.4 ounces) package instant vanilla pudding
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring water, butter, vanilla extract, and sugar to a boil.
- Stir in flour until the mixture forms a thick ball.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before adding eggs one at a time.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes, then reduce temperature to 350°F and bake for another 15 minutes.
- Cool completely before making small slits in the sides.
- Whip together heavy cream, milk, and pudding mix until soft peaks form.
- Fill each puff with the cream mixture and dust with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cream puffs (80g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg