Indulge in the delightful world of cream puffs, a classic French pastry that combines delicate choux pastry with a creamy, flavorful filling. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a special celebration or a casual get-together. With their light and airy texture, crispy exterior, and creamy center, cream puffs are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
This comprehensive guide will provide you with everything you need to know about cream puffs, from the basic ingredients and step-by-step instructions to variations and serving suggestions. We'll also explore different types of fillings, from classic whipped cream to decadent chocolate ganache, so you can customize your cream puffs to suit your preferences.
Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the art of making these delectable pastries. With our easy-to-follow recipes and helpful tips, you'll be able to create picture-perfect cream puffs that are as delicious as they are visually appealing. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's begin our journey into the world of cream puffs!
CHOCOLATE STRAWBERRY CREAM PUFFS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: strawberries, egg yolks, heavy cream, granulated sugar, cornstarch, water, butter, flour, vanilla, eggs, chocolate chips
Provided by Alix Traeger
Categories Desserts
Yield 15 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cut the tops off the strawberries and cut into pieces. Set aside.
- In a pot over low heat, combine egg yolks, heavy cream, sugar, and cornstarch. Turn the heat up to medium-high, whisking constantly to prevent any lumps.
- Once the mixture starts to thicken, add in the strawberries, stirring until smooth.
- Transfer the cream mixture into a bowl, covering the top with plastic wrap and pressing the wrap down onto the surface of the cream to prevent a skin from forming. Chill.
- In a pot, combine the water and butter, bringing it to a boil. Add the flour and stir until the dough comes together in a ball. Remove from heat.
- Add in the vanilla and eggs one a time, stirring until the dough becomes a paste. Transfer the dough into a piping bag with a large round tip.
- On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, pipe 1-inch (2½ cm) mounds.
- Bake for 20 minutes until the pastry has risen considerably and the insides are dry.
- Transfer the chilled pastry cream into a piping bag with a small tip. Poke a hole in the center of the bottom of each cream puff and fill each puff with the pastry cream.
- Microwave the chocolate at 30-second intervals until smooth. Mix in coconut oil if using.
- Dip the top of each filled cream puff into the chocolate, dripping off any excess.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 8 grams
COOKIES & CREAM PUFFS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chocolate sandwich cookies, egg yolks, half & half, granulated sugar, cornstarch, water, butter, flour, eggs
Provided by Tasty
Categories Bakery Goods
Yield 15 puffs
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Using a knife, separate the cream from the cookies, and place them in two separate bowls.
- Crush cookies in a blender or a food processor until fine. Set aside.
- In a pot over low heat, combine egg yolks, half & half, sugar, and cornstarch. Turn the heat up to medium-high, whisking constantly to prevent any lumps.
- Once the mixture starts to thicken, add in half of the cookie cream, stirring until smooth.
- Transfer the cream mixture into a bowl, covering the top with plastic wrap and pressing the wrap down onto the surface of the cream to prevent a skin from forming. Chill.
- In a pot, combine the water and butter, bringing it to a boil. Add the flour and ½ cup (40 grams) of the crushed cookie mixture, stirring until the dough comes together in a ball. Remove from heat.
- Add in the eggs one a time, stirring until the dough becomes a paste.
- Transfer the dough into a piping bag with a large round tip.
- On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, pipe 1-inch mounds.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the pastry has risen considerably and the insides are dry.
- Transfer the chilled pastry cream into a piping bag with a small tip.
- Poke a hole in the center of the bottom of each cream puff and fill each puff with the pastry cream.
- Microwave the remaining cookie cream for 30 seconds, stirring until smooth.
- Dip the top of each filled cream puff into the cookie cream, dripping off any excess.
- Sprinkle any remaining cookies crumbs on top of each cream puff.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 5 grams
CREAM PUFFS
Steps:
- To make the cream puffs: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter, salt, and granulated sugar to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. When it boils, immediately take the pan off the heat. Stirring with a wooden spoon, add all the flour at once and stir hard until all the flour is incorporated, 30 to 60 seconds. Return the pan to the heat and cook, stirring, 30 seconds to evaporate some of the moisture.
- Scrape the mixture into a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Mix at medium speed. With the mixer running, and working 1 egg at a time, add 3 of the eggs, stopping after each addition to scrape down the sides of the bowl. Mix until the dough is smooth and glossy and the eggs are completely incorporated. The dough should be thick, but should fall slowly and steadily from the beaters when you lift them out of the bowl. If the dough is still clinging to the beaters, add the remaining egg and mix until incorporated.
- Using a pastry bag fitted with a large plain tip, pipe the dough onto the baking sheet, in 2-inch diameter rounds or balls. Whisk the remaining egg with 1 1/2 teaspoons water. Brush the surface of the rounds with the egg wash to knock down the points (you may not use all the egg wash). Bake 15 minutes, then reduce the heat to 375 degrees F and bake until puffed up, and light golden brown, about 20 minutes more. Try not to open the oven door too often during the baking. Let cool on the baking sheet.
- To fill the cream puffs, place a pastry tip on your finger and poke a whole in the bottom of each puff. Whip the cream with the sugar and vanilla until stiff. Pipe whipped cream into each cream puff and chill until ready to serve, no more than 4 hours.
- Notes about the recipe: The moisture in the eggs turns to steam and puffs the batter to try to release itself. You can fill them with anything.
STATE FAIR CREAM PUFFS
The Wisconsin Bakers Association has served this cream puff recipe at our state fair since 1924. -Ruth Jungbluth, Dodgeville, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter and salt to a boil over medium heat. Add flour all at once; stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add 1 egg at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. , Drop by 1/4 cupfuls 3 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Combine milk and egg yolk; brush over puffs. Bake at 400° until golden brown, 30-35 minutes. Remove to wire racks. Immediately cut a slit in each for steam to escape; cool. , In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and vanilla; beat until almost stiff. Split cream puffs; discard soft dough from inside. Fill the cream puffs just before serving. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts :
CREAM PUFFS
An easy and impressive way to make a great dessert. Whip them up and watch them disappear!
Provided by Shellie Wendel
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix together vanilla instant pudding mix, cream and milk. Cover and refrigerate to set.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- In a large pot, bring water and butter to a rolling boil. Stir in flour and salt until the mixture forms a ball. Transfer the dough to a large mixing bowl. Using a wooden spoon or stand mixer, beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown. Centers should be dry.
- When the shells are cool, either split and fill them with the pudding mixture, or use a pastry bag to pipe the pudding into the shells.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 76.9 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 230.6 mg, Sugar 8 g
COCONUT CREAM PIE PUFFS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: egg yolks, half & half, coconut milk, sugar, cornstarch, sweetened coconut flakes, vanilla extract, unsalted butter, coconut milk, water, salt, flour, eggs
Provided by Tasty
Categories Desserts
Yield 12 puffs
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425˚F (220˚C).
- To make the cream filling whisk together egg yolks, half and half, and coconut milk in a medium saucepan over medium/low heat.
- Once combined, add in sugar and corn starch, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and comes to a light boil.
- Remove from heat and mix in the shredded coconut and vanilla extract. Cover with plastic wrap and chill at least two hours.
- To make the puff, combine the butter, water, coconut milk, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Allow all the butter to melt and bring the mixture to a boil.
- As soon as the mixture begins to boil, reduce heat to medium-low and add in the flour.
- Using a wooden spoon, mix thoroughly to incorporate the flour. Continue stirring until the dough starts to pull away from the sides and a thin film forms on the bottom of the pan (about three minutes).
- Remove the mixture from heat and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Let the dough cool slightly.
- Add in the eggs, one at a time, being sure to fully incorporate each egg before adding the next.
- Once the dough comes together, transfer it to a piping bag.
- Pipe onto a parchment-paper-lined baking sheet into 1½-inch (3 cm) mounds.
- Smooth out any peaks/ridges cause by piping with a wet fingertip (this will ensure your puffs cook evenly and maintain a nice ball shape).
- Then brush the dough with egg wash and place in preheated oven.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 425˚F (220°C). Then, without opening the oven, reduce heat to 350˚ (180˚C) and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Remove puffs from oven. Using the tip of a knife, cut a small "x" into the bottom of each puff and transfer ("x" side up) to a cooling rack.
- Just before serving (or up to two hours in advance), pipe the cream filling into the cooled puffs. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 15 grams
UNICORN CREAM PUFFS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: heavy cream, granulated sugar, cornstarch, egg yolks, pink food coloring, teal food coloring, purple food coloring, water, salt, butter, flour, eggs, white chocolate chip, vanilla, sprinkles
Provided by Swasti Shukla
Categories Bakery Goods
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a pot over low heat, combine egg yolks, heavy cream, sugar, and cornstarch.
- Turn the heat up to medium-high, whisking constantly to prevent any lumps. Allow the mixture to thicken, stirring until smooth.
- Transfer the custard into three small bowls. Drop different colors of dye in each bowl and mix.
- Cover the tops of each bowl with plastic wrap and press down onto the surface of the custard to prevent skin from forming. Chill in the refrigerator.
- In a pot, combine the water, salt, and butter, bringing it to a boil. Add the flour and stir until the dough comes together in a ball. Remove from heat.
- Add in the eggs, one a time, stirring until the dough becomes a paste. Add the vanilla and stir to combine.
- Transfer the dough into a piping bag with a large round tip.
- On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, pipe 1-inch ( 2 ½ cm) mounds. (To form a more rounded shape, dab your finger with a little water and press down on the mound to eliminate the peak.)
- Bake for 20 minutes until the pastry has risen considerably and the insides are dry.
- Allow the pastries to cool. Then, using the tip of a knife, cut a small "x" into the bottom of each pastry and transfer ("x" side up) to a cooling rack. This will allow any excess steam or moisture to escape, ensuring your pastries maintain their shape.
- Transfer the custard to a piping back alternating the colors in order for the custard to swirl inside the pastry.
- Fill each pastry with custard.
- In a bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and vanilla, and swirl teal, pink, and purple dye in order to create a purple marble shell.
- Dip the top of each cream puff in the chocolate and garnish with sprinkles of your choice.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 538 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 43 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 24 grams
CREAM PUFF DESSERT
I took this rich dessert to a fellowship meeting at our church. Everyone loved it! In fact, so many people asked for the recipe that the church secretary printed it in our monthly newsletter. -Lisa Nash, Blaine, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring the water and butter to a boil over medium heat. Add flour all at once; stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. , Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Remove to a wire rack to cool completely., For filling, beat the cream cheese, milk and pudding mix in a large bowl until smooth. Spread over puff; refrigerate for 20 minutes., Spread with whipped topping; refrigerate until serving. Drizzle with the chocolate and caramel toppings; sprinkle with almonds. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 354mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all the ingredients and tools you need. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
- Follow the recipe carefully: Cream puffs can be a bit tricky to make, so it's important to follow the recipe carefully. Don't skip any steps or substitute ingredients, or you may end up with a disappointing result.
- Use fresh ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your cream puffs will taste. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make your cream puffs tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough before baking will help it hold its shape better in the oven.
- Bake the cream puffs in a preheated oven: Preheat your oven to the correct temperature before baking the cream puffs. This will help them rise evenly.
- Don't open the oven door while the cream puffs are baking: Opening the oven door while the cream puffs are baking will cause them to deflate. Wait until they are golden brown and cooked through before taking them out of the oven.
- Fill the cream puffs with your favorite filling: Cream puffs can be filled with a variety of fillings, such as whipped cream, pastry cream, or fruit. Choose a filling that you enjoy and that complements the flavor of the cream puffs.
Conclusion:
Cream puffs are a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or any other special occasion. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make delicious cream puffs at home. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!
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