Cream Puffs
Cream puffs are a classic dessert that is light and airy, with a delicate custard filling. Perfect for any occasion, these can be made ahead of time.
Cream puffs are a classic dessert that is light and airy, with a delicate custard filling. Perfect for any occasion, these can be made ahead of time.
- Carbohydrate 23.4652047705783 g
- Cholesterol 10.5866858089336 mg
- Fat 8.98396013519651 g
- Fiber 0.442968758298379 g
- Protein 4.79033012804747 g
- Saturated Fat 3.9428747317928 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (151g)
- Sodium 342.007975240585 mg
- Sugar 23.0222360122799 g
- Trans Fat 0.556809370592817 g
- Calories 195 calories
Step-by-step
- In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup sugar, 5 tablespoons flour and a pinch of salt. Stir in milk, a little at a time, until smooth.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil 60 seconds, then pour a small amount of hot liquid into the 2 egg yolks, and stir.
- Then return now heated egg yolks to saucepan and stir, over heat, until mixture starts to bubble again.
- Remove from heat, add vanilla. Cover and chill in refrigerator.
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- In a medium saucepan, combine shortening and water and bring to a boil.
- Sift together 1 cup flour and a pinch of salt and pour all at once into boiling mixture. Stir vigorously until mixture forms a ball.
- Remove from heat, and add eggs, one at a time, stirring vigorously after each addition.
- Drop by spoonfuls onto baking sheet, or pipe into desired shape.
- Bake 10 minutes in the preheated oven, then reduce heat to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and bake 25 minutes more, or until golden.
- Cool completely, split, fill with custard, and replace tops.
"The first time I tried cream puffs, I was instantly hooked and knew I had to learn how to make them myself. They're so light and airy, with a delicate custard filling that just melts in your mouth. I've tried a few different recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. The custard is perfectly smooth and creamy, and the pastry is just the right amount of crispy.
I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time, so I can always have a batch of cream puffs on hand for when I need a quick and easy dessert. They're also perfect for parties and gatherings, because they're always a crowd-pleaser."
