Light, airy, and filled with silky cream—these French Cream Puffs are the ultimate indulgence! Whether you’re hosting a special gathering or just treating yourself, these delicate pastries are sure to impress. Here’s how to make them at home!
Ingredients :
For the Pâte à Choux (Pastry Dough):
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
For the Cream Filling:
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Glaze (Optional):
- 1/2 cup chocolate (melted)
- 1 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions :
- Make the Pâte à Choux:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Add salt and sugar, then stir in the flour until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Remove from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag and pipe small mounds onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the Puffs:
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed up. Avoid opening the oven door during baking.
- Once done, remove the puffs from the oven and let them cool completely.
- Prepare the Cream Filling:
- Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form.
- Fill the Puffs:
- Once the puffs have cooled, cut a small hole in the side and pipe in the whipped cream filling.
- Optional Chocolate Glaze:
- For extra decadence, drizzle the melted chocolate glaze over the top of each puff.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve your delicious cream puffs chilled and enjoy the fluffy, creamy goodness!
These French Cream Puffs are perfect for any occasion—delicate, decadent, and simply irresistible. 😍🍰