Description
Delicate, golden choux pastry shells filled with sweet vanilla cream and topped with powdered sugar. A light and elegant dessert perfect for holidays, parties, or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Pastry (Choux):
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
For the Cream Filling:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Topping:
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Melted chocolate for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine butter, water, and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Add flour all at once, stirring vigorously until mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each until dough is smooth and glossy.
- Drop spoonfuls (or pipe rounds) of dough onto prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until puffs are golden brown and crisp. Cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, whip cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Slice cooled puffs in half and fill with whipped cream. Replace tops and dust with powdered sugar.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- You can also fill with custard, pastry cream, or even ice cream.
- For extra crispness, poke a small hole in each puff after baking to release steam.
- Best enjoyed the same day they are made.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
