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These Perfect Cream Puffs are made with a classic French choux pastry that’s light, airy, and filled with a rich, creamy filling. A crisp shell pairs beautifully with the smooth pastry cream for an elegant dessert.(Profiteroles)

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These Perfect Cream Puffs are made with a classic French choux pastry that’s light, airy, and filled with a rich, creamy filling. A crisp shell pairs beautifully with the smooth pastry cream for an elegant dessert.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (240ml) water
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • Pastry cream (vanilla custard) or whipped cream for filling
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, water, and salt. Bring to a boil.
  3. Once boiling, add flour all at once and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until a dough forms and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
  4. Cook the dough for another 1-2 minutes to dry it out slightly, then transfer to a mixing bowl.
  5. Let the dough cool for 5-10 minutes, then add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until smooth and glossy.
  6. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a round tip and pipe small mounds onto the baking sheet.
  7. Wet your finger with water and smooth the peaks of the dough to prevent burning.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Do not open the oven early.
  9. Let the puffs cool completely, then cut them open and fill with pastry cream or whipped cream.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • Ensure dough is cooled slightly before adding eggs to avoid scrambling them.
  • Do not open the oven during baking to prevent puffs from collapsing.
  • Unfilled puffs can be stored in an airtight container for a day or frozen for longer storage.
  • Fill just before serving to maintain crispness.

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