Easy Cream Puffs

Cream puffs are a classic dessert that evokes nostalgia and delight with every bite. These airy, delightful pastries are a staple in many cultures, celebrated for their lightness and versatility. Making cream puffs from scratch is not only rewarding but offers an opportunity to impress friends and family with your culinary skills. The joy of creating these heavenly treats lies in their simplicity and the endless possibilities for fillings and toppings. Whether you choose a rich pastry cream, a light whipped cream, or even a fruity filling, cream puffs can be tailored to suit any palate.

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Ingredients

For the Cream Puff Pastry:

1 cup water

1/2 cup unsalted butter

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon sugar

4 large eggs

For the Cream Filling:

1 cup heavy whipping cream

1/4 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Drizzle (optional):

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter

Instructions

Make the Pastry:

- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

- In a medium saucepan, combine the water, butter, salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

- Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the flour all at once. Mix until a smooth ball forms.

- Let the mixture cool for about 5 minutes, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.

Shape the Cream Puffs:

- Using a piping bag or a spoon, drop mounds of the pastry dough onto the lined baking tray, spacing them about 2 inches apart (they will puff up).

- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and puffed. Do not open the oven door during baking!

Prepare the Cream Filling:

- While the puffs are baking, combine the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl.

- Whip until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat.

Fill the Cream Puffs:

- Once the cream puffs are completely cooled, slice them in half or use a piping bag to fill them with whipped cream.

Optional Chocolate Drizzle:

- If you want a chocolate drizzle, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil (or butter) together in a microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the filled cream puffs.

Serve and Enjoy:

- Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve on a platter. Enjoy your delicious homemade cream puffs!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes | Servings: 12 puffs