Mom's Irresistible Cream Puffs
Light, airy pastry shells filled with sweet whipped cream—these cream puffs are an impressive dessert that’s surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for special occasions or a family treat.
Ingredients
For the Choux Pastry:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- 4 large eggs
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Whipped Cream Filling:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Boil water and butter in a saucepan. Add flour and salt, stirring until a smooth ball forms.
- Cool for 5 minutes. Beat in eggs one at a time until dough is smooth and glossy.
- Pipe or spoon dough onto the sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake 20–25 minutes until puffed and golden. Do not open the oven.
- Whip cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Cool puffs completely, fill with cream, replace tops, and dust with sugar