Japanese Crispy Cream Puff Shells (Shu Cream)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 1

Irresistible Japanese Crispy Cream Puff Shells (Shu Cream)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

304

Sugar

15g

Fat

21g

Japanese Crispy Cream Puff Shells (Shu Cream) is a quintessential Japanese dessert commonly served during celebrations or enjoyed as a treat with a cup of tea. The Sho Cream puff pastry shell is crispy and airy, with a sweet and luscious cream filling. The recipe is quite simple, requiring basic ingredients that can be found in your pantry with ease. Once baked, these mouthwatering cream puffs are a delight to the eyes and the taste buds.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.	In a medium saucepan, melt butter and water over low heat.
3.	Add the sifted flour and stir with a wooden spoon until the dough forms a ball.
4.	Remove the pan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
5.	Gradually beat the eggs into the dough one at a time, stirring until well combined.
6.	Transfer the dough to a pastry bag with a large round tip.
7.	On a lined baking sheet, pipe the dough into circles.
8.	Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffy and golden brown.
9.	For the filling: In a small bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar.
10.	Gradually add flour and mix until well combined.
11.	Fold the whipped cream into the mixture.
12.	Cut the top of each puff and fill the bottom with the cream mixture and replace the top.
13.	Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

PROS

These cream puffs are light, crispy, and delicious.
They are easy to make and a great dessert option for any occasion.
The cream filling is sweet and velvety and complements the crispy outer shell perfectly.

CONS

These cream puffs are high in calories and sugar, so they should be enjoyed in moderation.
Additionally, they contain dairy and gluten, which may not suit everyone’s dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite their high calorie and sugar content, cream puffs contain some beneficial nutrients. Eggs used in the recipe provide proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Additionally, butter contains Vitamin A, D, E, and K, and can help in the absorption of essential nutrients. However, it is important to consume cream puffs in moderation to maintain a balanced and healthy diet.

	4 ounces butter
	1 cup water
	1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour , sifted
	5 eggs
	1 pinch salt
	1 ounce butter
	1/3 cup powdered sugar
	1/3 cup all-purpose flour