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MOM’S FAMOUS CREAM PUFFS

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Delicate and airy choux pastry shells filled with a luscious vanilla-infused cream, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the choux pastry:

  • 1 cup water
  • 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs

For the filling:

  • 1 pint heavy whipping cream
  • 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • ⅓ cup whole milk

Instructions

  • Prepare the choux pastry:
    • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • In a medium saucepan, combine the water, butter, vanilla extract, and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
    • Once boiling, remove from heat and immediately add the flour. Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
    • Allow the dough to cool for about 5 minutes. Then, add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
  • Shape and bake the pastry:
    • Using a piping bag or two spoons, drop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
    • Bake for 15 minutes at 400°F (200°C). Then, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown.
    • Remove from the oven and immediately make a small slit in the side of each puff to release steam. This helps prevent them from becoming soggy.
    • Transfer the puffs to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prepare the filling:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream, instant vanilla pudding mix, and milk. Beat on medium-high speed until the mixture is thick and holds stiff peaks, resembling a whipped cream consistency.
  • Assemble the cream puffs:
    • Once the pastry shells are completely cooled, slice them in half horizontally.
    • Generously spoon or pipe the cream filling onto the bottom halves of the shells.
    • Place the top halves back on and dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • For a chocolate variation, drizzle melted chocolate over the assembled cream puffs or fill them with chocolate-flavored cream.
  • Unfilled pastry shells can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 24 hours. Fill them just before serving to maintain optimal texture.
  • The filling can be prepared in advance and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.

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