Description
Italian Cream Puffs are a delightful treat that combines a light, airy pastry with a rich, creamy vanilla filling. These irresistible pastries are perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to brunches, and they guarantee smiles all around. With a crispy exterior and a sweet, smooth center, each bite is an experience in bliss. Impress your friends and family by making these crowd-pleasers that will leave them asking for more!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water, butter, and salt until melted. Stir in flour until it forms a ball.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
- Pipe mounds of choux pastry onto lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While cooling, whip cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form; gently fold in cornstarch.
- Once cooled, fill each puff with whipped cream using a piping bag.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cream puff (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg