Cream Puffs (Puffed Shell of Choux Pastry)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0

Cream Puffs (Puffed Shell of Choux Pastry) recipe for a light and airy dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

118

Sugar

Fat

Cream Puffs are a classic French dessert that have become popular all over the world. The light and airy choux pastry can be filled with a variety of fillings, from sweet to savory. The filling options are endless, making them a versatile dessert for any occasion. Cream Puffs are the perfect dessert when you want something light and sweet without the heaviness of a traditional cake or pie. With their delicate texture and subtle sweetness, Cream Puffs are the perfect ending to any meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.	In a medium saucepan, combine water and butter. Heat over medium heat until butter is melted.
3.	Add flour, cardamom, and salt to saucepan. Stir vigorously until mixture forms a ball.
4.	Transfer mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add eggs, one at a time, stirring vigorously after each addition.
5.	Mix in baking ammonia and milk until fully incorporated.
6.	Using a piping bag or a spoon, drop small mounds of dough onto prepared baking sheet.
7.	Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
8.	Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before filling.

PROS

Cream Puffs are a classic dessert that are light and airy with the perfect amount of sweetness.

They can be filled with a variety of fillings, from whipped cream to pastry cream or even ice cream.

The choux pastry can be made ahead of time and frozen for convenience.

CONS

The choux pastry can be temperamental and requires attention to detail to achieve the perfect texture.

Filling the Cream Puffs can be messy and time-consuming.

Baking with ammonia can produce a pungent smell that some people may find unpleasant.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Cream Puffs are not a particularly healthy dessert, they can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
The choux pastry is made with simple and natural ingredients, without any artificial additives or preservatives.

	1/2 cup water
	1/4 cup butter
	3/4 cup all-purpose flour
	1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1 tablespoon milk
	3 eggs
	1/2 teaspoon baking ammonia , Bakers ' Ammonia