GRANDMA'S CREAM PUFFS

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This is my uncle's favorite sweet that my grandma used to make. You can fill with any thick filling such as puddings, or you can use Cool Whip or whipped cream.

Provided by ChipotleChick

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup water
1/4 cup Crisco
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup flour
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Bring water to boiling in a medium pan.
  • Add crisco, and stir until melted.
  • Return to boiling and quickly add flour and salt.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, until it is a smooth, compact mass.
  • Cool slightly.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Beat until mixture is thick and shiny. Shape into 12 balls (mounds for cream puffs, or shape them a little oblong for eclairs).
  • Bake at 450 degrees for 10 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to 350 and bake an additional 20-25 minutes.
  • Make a slit in the side, top, or bottom, and cool.
  • Using a spoon or pastry bag, fill with preferred custard, pudding, or whipped cream.
  • Chill if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 35.2, Sodium 60.4, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 1.6

Penosi Sherwood
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a very experienced baker. But I'm so glad I did! The cream puffs turned out perfectly. They were light and fluffy, and the filling was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making these aga


Shoaibkhan shoaibaslamkhan
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These cream puffs were amazing! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were incredible. The puffs were light and airy, and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again soon!


Kelvin Thomas
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I've made cream puffs before, but this recipe is by far the best. The puffs were so light and fluffy, and the filling was creamy and smooth. I will definitely be making these again and again!


Kha Abro
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These cream puffs were a breeze to make, and they were absolutely delicious. The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the pastry was light and airy. A perfect treat!


Francy Manjaly
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Delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and the cream puffs turned out perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


Darling Peralta
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These cream puffs were the best I've ever had! The pastry is light and flaky, and the filling is creamy and smooth. I highly recommend this recipe!


Fireselam Negash
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I love cream puffs, and this recipe did not disappoint! The puffs were perfect, and the filling was creamy and smooth. I added a little extra vanilla extract to the filling, and it was heavenly. Will definitely be making these again!


Larry Zhang
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These cream puffs were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them. They were so easy to make, and they turned out so delicious. I will definitely be making these again for my next gathering.


Intazar Mehdi
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a very experienced baker. But I'm so glad I did! The cream puffs turned out perfectly. They were light and fluffy, and the filling was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making these aga


Amar Bhujel
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These cream puffs were amazing! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were incredible. The puffs were light and airy, and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again soon!


AWAIS TIKTOK STAR
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I've made cream puffs before, but this recipe is by far the best. The puffs were so light and fluffy, and the filling was creamy and smooth. I will definitely be making these again and again!


Ayesha Faraz
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These cream puffs were a breeze to make, and they were absolutely delicious. The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the pastry was light and airy. A perfect treat!


Ngareh Deborah
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Delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and the cream puffs turned out perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


Francis Mutunga
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These cream puffs are the best I've ever had! The pastry is light and flaky, and the filling is creamy and smooth. I highly recommend this recipe!


Tasnim Elsayed
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I'm not a baker, but I wanted to try making cream puffs for my family. This recipe was perfect for me! It was easy to follow, and the puffs turned out great. My family loved them!


Monique Labuschagne
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These cream puffs were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them. They were so light and fluffy, and the filling was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making these again for my next gathering.


Abisoye Owe
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I love cream puffs, and this recipe did not disappoint! The puffs were perfect, and the filling was creamy and smooth. I added a little extra vanilla extract to the filling, and it was heavenly. Will definitely be making these again!


Abubakar mohammed bege
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These cream puffs turned out amazing! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The puffs were light and airy, and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again!