Description

Famous Cream Puffs are the ultimate dessert that combines a light, airy pastry with a rich, velvety cream filling. Perfect for any occasion—from birthday parties to afternoon tea—these delightful pastries are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. With their elegant presentation dusted in powdered sugar, famous cream puffs are not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Easy enough for beginner bakers to master, this recipe allows you to customize the filling to suit your preferences. Whether you stick to classic vanilla or explore chocolate or fruit-flavored options, these cream puffs are guaranteed to be a hit.

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)

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Instructions

In a medium saucepan, bring water, butter, vanilla extract, and sugar to a boil.
Add flour and stir until dough forms a ball; cook for an additional minute.
Allow dough to cool slightly before incorporating eggs one at a time until smooth.
Drop tablespoon-sized mounds onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes, then reduce temperature to 350°F and bake another 15 minutes.
Cool on wire racks and prepare the filling by mixing heavy cream, milk, and pudding mix until thickened.
Slice cooled puffs in half and fill with cream before dusting with powdered sugar.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cream puff
Calories: 150
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 70mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 50mg