Best 5 Shu Cream Japanese Cream Puff Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful realm of Japanese confectionery with the Shu Cream, also known as the Japanese Cream Puff. This delectable treat is a choux pastry filled with a velvety smooth custard cream, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. Embark on a culinary journey by exploring the step-by-step recipes provided in this article, which encompass both the classic and modern variations of this beloved dessert. Whether you prefer the traditional custard filling or are intrigued by innovative flavors like matcha and chocolate, these recipes have something for every palate to savor. Prepare to be captivated by the delicate pastry and creamy filling of the Shu Cream, a true testament to Japanese culinary artistry.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

JAPANESE CRISPY CREAM PUFF SHELLS RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Japanese Crispy Cream Puff shells Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by moeself

Number Of Ingredients 9

Top Crust:
4 ounces butter
1 cup water
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour , sifted
5 eggs
1 pinch salt
1 ounce butter
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Top Crust Dough: Melt Butter in a small saucepan, Stir in Sugar, then flour. Cream Puff Shells: Place butter, salt and water in a large saucepan over high heat. When butter is melted and it starts to boil, remove from heat and Immediately tip in flour all at once, and beat into a firm dough with wooden spoon. In a separate bowl, lightly whisk 5 eggs. Add approximately one egg to the dough at a time, beating well in between with a wooden spoon. Spoon into a Piping bag and Pipe directly downward onto paper-lined tray. If you like, use chopsticks or fingers to pull pastry upwards on the sides.6Place thin discs of Top Crust Dough (from step 1) on top of each.7Immediately bake in a very hot oven 410-430 degrees F, 25-30min until well puffed and browned then down to 210 degrees F for 40 min or more to dry.

SHU CREAM (JAPANESE CREAM PUFF)



Shu Cream (Japanese Cream Puff) image

This is my modified version of the great tasting Shu Cream recipe (Japanese Cream Puff) that I got at About.com. Yum! *You can also use your own cream puff pastry and just use the custard cream I have here!

Provided by Arashijing

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 cream puffs, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons butter
4 teaspoons sugar
1 cup water
1 cup flour
3 eggs
3 tablespoons flour, sifted
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups warm milk
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
2 1/2 egg yolks
powdered sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • For the cream puff pastry:.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Beat eggs in a bowl. Set aside.
  • On a pan in low heat, mix butter, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil.
  • Bring back to low heat. Add flour and mix really quickly.
  • Turn off heat. Add eggs and mix very well.
  • Put mixture in a bag.
  • Squeeze in mounds of 10-12 on wax paper lined pan.
  • Bake for 20-30 minutes until the tips are a little brown.
  • Cool puffs on rack when done.
  • For the custard filling:.
  • In a pan, mix eggs and sugar.
  • Add the flour and mix well.
  • Add warm milk gradually. Put on stove in low heat.
  • Stir constantly until it thickens.
  • Remove from heat. Melt butter and mix very, very well.
  • Cool custard.
  • If you have the injection, fill it with the custard cream and fill the puff pastry. If not, slice the puff pastry in half and fill lower half with the cream custard. Dust top with powdered sugar, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

JAPANESE CRISPY CREAM PUFF SHELLS (SHU CREAM)



Japanese Crispy Cream Puff Shells (Shu Cream) image

The French may have invented Choix pastry but Japanese Patisseries have perfected it. Cream Puffs are called "Shu Cream" in Japan, and my favorite kind of Shu Cream are the ones with a Crispy Shell, called "Pie Shu". Beard Papa's is a famous Japanese Cream Puff chain which has spread from Japan to several other countries. This is my own recipe for the Cream Puff Shells. I started making cream puffs from my mother's Japanese handwritten recipes ten years ago and gradually adjusted to make a recipe which produces the largest, crispy-shelled cream puffs possible. If you would like to serve these Cream Puffs with Japanese Custard Cream Filling as shown in the photograph, (must be made well in advance) please see http://www.littlejapanmama.com/2011/08/japanese-cream-puffs-recipe-in-us-cups.html There is also a recipe there with Metric Measurements.

Provided by Little Japan Mama

Categories     Pie

Time 1h30m

Yield 24 Cream Puff Shells

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces butter
1 cup water
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
5 eggs
1 pinch salt
1 ounce butter
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Top Crust Dough: Melt Butter in a small saucepan, Stir in Sugar, then flour.
  • Cream Puff Shells: Place butter, salt and water in a large saucepan over high heat.
  • When butter is melted and it starts to boil, remove from heat and Immediately tip in flour all at once, and beat into a firm dough with wooden spoon.
  • In a separate bowl, lightly whisk 5 eggs. Add approximately one egg to the dough at a time, beating well in between with a wooden spoon.
  • Spoon into a Piping bag and Pipe directly downward onto paper-lined tray. If you like, use chopsticks or fingers to pull pastry upwards on the sides.
  • Place thin discs of Top Crust Dough (from step 1) on top of each.
  • Immediately bake in a very hot oven 410-430 degrees F, 25-30min until well puffed and browned then down to 210 degrees F for 40 min or more to dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.5, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 51.5, Sodium 64, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.7, Protein 2.3

CLASSIC CREAM PUFFS



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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

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
5 large eggs
No-Fuss Pastry Cream

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



Cream Puffs image

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

2 (3.5 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup milk
½ cup butter
1 cup water
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs

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

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use full-fat milk and cream.
  • Make sure the butter is cold and cubed before adding it to the flour mixture.
  • Do not overmix the dough, or the choux pastry will be tough.
  • Pipe the choux pastry into 1-inch rounds, spacing them about 2 inches apart on a baking sheet.
  • Bake the choux pastry until it is golden brown and puffed, about 20-25 minutes.
  • Let the choux pastry cool completely before filling it with the cream filling.
  • To make the cream filling, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan.
  • Slowly whisk in the milk and cream, then bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Cook the cream filling, stirring constantly, until it is thick and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove the cream filling from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract.
  • Let the cream filling cool completely before using it to fill the choux pastry.

Conclusion:

These delicious and easy-to-make Japanese cream puffs are a perfect treat for any occasion. With their light and airy choux pastry and rich and creamy filling, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give these shu cream puffs a try.

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