Famous Cream Puffs: A Delightful Dessert to Enjoy Any Time
If you’re searching for a dessert that delivers both comfort and joy, look no further than these Famous Cream Puffs: A Delightful Dessert to Enjoy Any Time. These delightful pastries feature a crispy outer shell that gives way to a luscious cream filling, making them the perfect sweet treat for any occasion. Whether it’s a festive gathering or just a cozy evening at home, these cream puffs are sure to impress both friends and family alike. Plus, with their easy preparation and customizable flavors, they’ll quickly become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- 1 stick butter
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- 1 pint heavy cream
- ⅓ cup whole milk
- 1 (3.4 ounces) package instant vanilla pudding
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, vanilla extract, and sugar. Bring to a boil.
- Stir in flour until it forms a ball that pulls away from the pan sides; cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Cool slightly before adding eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Pipe tablespoon-sized portions onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes; then lower the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 15 minutes.
- Cool on a wire rack and create slits to let steam escape.
- Whip together heavy cream, whole milk, and pudding mix until thickened.
- Fill each puff with the creamy mixture and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cream puff (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg