Famous Cream Puffs
Famous cream puffs are a delightful dessert that combines a light, airy pastry with a rich and creamy filling, making them perfect for any occasion. These irresistible treats are not only easy to make but also highly customizable, allowing you to experiment with different flavors and toppings. Ideal for family gatherings, parties, or as a sweet snack with your favorite beverage, this recipe ensures the perfect balance of crispy pastry and luscious cream filling. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll impress friends and family with your baking skills.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup water
- 1 stick butter
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 1 pint heavy cream
- ⅓ cup whole milk
- 1 (3.4 ounces) package instant vanilla pudding
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, vanilla extract, and sugar; bring to a boil.
- Stir in flour until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the pan.
- Remove from heat; let cool slightly before adding eggs one at a time until smooth.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes; reduce to 350°F and bake for another 15 minutes.
- Cool completely; slit each puff to release steam.
- Whip together heavy cream, milk, and vanilla pudding mix until thickened.
- Fill cooled puffs with cream filling and dust with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cream puff
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg