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Cream Puffs

Cultural Context

Cream puffs, or profiteroles, are a classic French pastry made from choux pastry. They are often filled with whipped cream, custard, or ice cream and can be served as a dessert or a sweet treat at celebrations. Their light and airy texture makes them a favorite in French patisserie, and they are enjoyed worldwide, often customized with various fillings and toppings.

FrenchFRdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
3/4 cup or 180 ml water
1/3 tsp salt
1/3 cup or 75 g butter
1 cup or 115 g all-purpose flour
3 eggs
2 tbsp flour
4 tbsp sugar
a pinch of salt
2 cups or 500 ml milk
3 yolks
vanilla extract
1 cup or 240 ml heavy cream
1 tablespoon sugar

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is lower in saturated fat.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: whipped coconut cream

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Whipped coconut cream is dairy-free and lower in calories.

1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

2

In a saucepan, combine water and butter; bring to a boil.

3

Add flour and stir until the mixture forms a ball.

4

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

5

Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

6

Pipe the dough onto a baking sheet in small mounds.

7

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and puffed.

8

Remove from the oven and let cool completely.

9

Whip cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

10

Cut the tops off the puffs and fill with whipped cream.

11

Replace the tops and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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Allergens

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Also Known As

ProfiterolesChoux à la Crème
Local Name: Choux à la crème

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