Strawberry Cream Puffs

There’s something truly special about homemade pastries. The blend of effort, aroma, and taste creates an unforgettable experience. Today, I’m sharing a recipe for Strawberry Cream Puffs that will surely impress your family and friends. These delicate pastries, filled with homemade whipped cream and fresh strawberries, are perfect for any occasion. Let’s dive into the recipe!

Ingredients

Choux Pastry:

• 40 ml water
• 45 ml milk
• 65 g unsalted butter
• 1 g salt
• 70 g cake flour
• 2 large eggs, room temperature

Homemade Whipped Cream:

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
• 2 tbsp confectioner’s sugar
• 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

To Assemble:

• 1/2 cup strawberries, stems removed and sliced

Directions

Choux Pastry:

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (204°C).
2. Combine Ingredients: In a pot over medium heat, combine milk, water, butter, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil.
3. Form Batter: Remove the pot from heat and sift in the flour, mixing quickly to form a batter.
4. Cook Dough: Return the pot to medium-low heat. Cook the dough, stirring continuously until a thin layer forms on the pot’s bottom.
5. Cool Dough: Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
6. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the mixture is smooth.
7. Pipe Pastry: Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip. On a parchment-lined baking sheet, pipe 2-inch mounds of dough.
8. Prepare for Baking: Spray the dough lightly with water and smooth any peaks.
9. Bake: Bake at 400°F for 10 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
10. Cool: Let the pastries cool on a wire rack.

Whipped Cream:

1. Whip Ingredients: In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, confectioner’s sugar, and vanilla extract until medium peaks form.

Assembly:

1. Prepare Pastries: Slice the tops off the cooled pastries.
2. Fill Pastries: Fill the pastries with the whipped cream.
3. Add Strawberries: Top the whipped cream with sliced strawberries.
4. Finish: Dust the pastries with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.

Additional Information

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Servings: 4
• Calories per Serving: 300 kcal

Conclusion

These Strawberry Cream Puffs are a delightful treat, perfect for any gathering or a special indulgence at home. The light and airy choux pastry, combined with the rich whipped cream and fresh strawberries, creates a symphony of flavors and textures that is simply irresistible. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the satisfaction of creating something beautiful and delicious from scratch!

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