Italian Cream Puffs
Indulge in the delightful experience of Italian Cream Puffs, where light and airy pastry meets a rich, creamy filling. These elegant treats are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive gathering or an afternoon snack. With a satisfying crunch and luscious sweetness, they are sure to impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup water
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a saucepan, combine water and butter over medium heat until melted. Stir in flour until a smooth ball forms.
- Remove from heat. Let cool slightly, then beat in eggs one at a time until glossy.
- Pipe small mounds of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Avoid opening the oven early.
- In a bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Once cooled, fill each puff with whipped cream using a piping bag. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff (30g)
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 32mg
Keywords: Infuse filling with almond extract for an added twist. Store unfilled puffs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.