Ingredients:
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup thick cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This easy cream puffs recipe is perfect for any occasion, offering a light and fluffy dessert that melts in your mouth.
In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then add the all-purpose flour all at once. Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan. This step is crucial for creating the perfect choux pastry dough.
Remove the pan from the heat and let the dough cool for a few minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, stirring vigorously after each addition until the dough is smooth and shiny. This ensures a light and airy texture for your cream puffs.
Using a spoon or piping bag, drop the dough into small rounds on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the puffs are golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely.
While the puffs cool, prepare the whipped cream filling. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the thick cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. This creamy filling complements the airy pastry perfectly.
Once the puffs are cool, cut them in half horizontally and fill them with the whipped cream mixture. Serve these irresistible cream puffs at your next gathering or enjoy them as a delightful treat!
