Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our collection of old-fashioned cream puff recipes, a timeless classic that has captivated taste buds for generations. These airy choux pastry shells, filled with rich and creamy fillings, are a symphony of textures and flavors.
Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect cream puffs, from mastering the delicate choux pastry to achieving the ideal balance of sweetness and richness in the fillings. Let your taste buds embark on an adventure as you explore variations of this classic dessert, each offering a unique twist on the traditional recipe.
Delight in the classic Chantilly cream filling, a light and fluffy whipped cream infused with vanilla and a hint of citrus zest. Experience the decadent chocolate cream filling, a luscious blend of dark chocolate and heavy cream, sure to satisfy any chocolate lover's cravings.
For a refreshing twist, try the tangy lemon cream filling, a burst of citrus brightness that perfectly complements the delicate choux pastry. And for those seeking a unique flavor combination, the salted caramel cream filling offers a delightful balance of sweet and savory notes.
With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes will guide you through the process of creating these delectable treats. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventures, our old-fashioned cream puff recipes promise an unforgettable and delicious experience.
CLASSIC CREAM PUFFS
The foundation of the perfect cream puff is light, airy pâte à choux, which is made with eggs, flour, and butter. Once the cream puffs are shaped and baked, they're filled with a rich homemade pastry cream.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Pie & Tarts Recipes
Yield Makes about 28
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine butter, sugar, salt and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil and quickly stir in the flour with a wooden spoon. Continue to stir until a film forms on the bottom of the pan.
- Remove from heat and transfer contents to a bowl to cool slightly, about 3 minutes. Add 4 eggs, one at a time, stirring vigorously to entirely incorporate egg after each addition.
- For the egg wash, whisk together the remaining egg with 1 tablespoon water. Set aside.
- Transfer the pate a choux to a large pastry bag fitted with a 5/8-inch plain tip. Pipe 1-1/2-inch rounds onto each prepared pan. Gently smooth the pointed peaks with a moistened finger, rounding tops to ensure even rising. Brush tops with reserved egg wash. Bake until puffs rise and are golden brown, about 30 minutes. Let cool on sheets on wire racks. Puffs can be stored at room temperature for up to 1 day.
- Transfer pastry cream to a pastry bag fitted with a 1/8-inch plain round tip. Insert the tip into the opening of each pastry, and pipe to fill with pastry cream. Serve immediately.
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
CREAM PUFFS
These versatile and tender pastry puffs are stuffed with a traditional cream filling. We also have many other tempting filler ideas for you.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h55m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. In 2 1/2-quart saucepan, heat water and butter to rolling boil. Stir in flour; reduce heat to low. Stir vigorously over low heat about 1 minute or until mixture forms a ball; remove from heat. Beat in eggs, all at once; continue beating until smooth.
- On ungreased cookie sheet, drop dough by slightly less than 1/4 cupfuls about 3 inches apart. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until puffed and golden. Cool away from draft, about 30 minutes.
- Make one of the fillings (directions below). Cut off top third of each puff and pull out any strands of soft dough. Fill puffs with filling; replace tops. Cover; refrigerate until serving. Store covered in refrigerator. Eggnog Fluff Filling: In large bowl, beat pudding mix, milk, rum extract, nutmeg and ginger with electric mixer on low speed until well blended. Add whipping cream; beat on high speed 1 to 2 minutes or until soft peaks form. Fill puffs. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 3 hours. Just before serving, sprinkle with powdered sugar or brush tops with light corn syrup and sprinkle with colored sugar or nonpareils. Peppermint Whipped Cream Filling: In large bowl, beat ingredients with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Fill puffs. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg
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.
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Tips:
- For a crispier puff, bake the cream puffs at a high temperature (400°F) for the first 10 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F for the remaining baking time.
- To make sure the cream puffs are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center of one. If it comes out clean, the cream puffs are done.
- Let the cream puffs cool completely before filling them. This will help prevent the filling from leaking out.
- If you don't have a pastry bag, you can use a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off to fill the cream puffs.
- For a lighter filling, use whipped cream instead of pastry cream.
Conclusion:
Cream puffs are a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be filled with a variety of fillings, making them a versatile treat. With a little practice, you can make cream puffs that are light, airy, and delicious.
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