Peggy's Fabulous Cream Puffs
Indulge in the light, airy decadence of Peggy's Fabulous Cream Puffs, a timeless dessert that's sure to impress at any occasion. These golden, bakery-worthy pastries are made using a simple pâte à choux dough that’s baked until perfectly puffed and crisp. The magic continues with a luscious whipped cream filling, crafted from velvety heavy cream, a hint of vanilla, and just the right touch of powdered sugar. With an easy-to-follow recipe, including tips for achieving the perfect glossy dough and golden shells, these cream puffs are both approachable and elegant. Serve them freshly dusted with powdered sugar for a classic, crowd-pleasing treat that’s as dazzling to look at as it is delightful to eat. Perfect for parties, holidays, or an indulgent snack, these cream puffs will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 4 Large eggs
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low and add the flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a smooth dough and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
Step 4
Transfer the dough to a large mixing bowl and let it cool for 5 minutes.
Step 5
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Step 6
Spoon or pipe 12 mounds of dough (about 2 tablespoons each) onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Step 7
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cream puffs are golden brown and puffed. Remove them from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 8
In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form.
Step 9
Slice each cream puff in half horizontally and fill with the whipped cream using a spoon or piping bag.
Step 10
Dust the tops with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (891.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2053.6 |
| Total Fat 149.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 82.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 1108mg | 0% |
| Sodium 967.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 126.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.3g | |
| Protein 36.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 160IU | 0% |
| Calcium 155.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 426.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories