Description
Indulge in the heavenly delight of Strawberry Cream Puffs, a light and airy pastry filled with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. These delightful treats are not only visually appealing but also offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures. The golden choux pastry gives way to a luscious filling that bursts with strawberry sweetness, making them ideal for any occasion—be it brunches, birthdays, or simply an afternoon snack.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter in water. Once boiling, add flour and stir until a ball forms.
- Remove from heat; cool slightly before adding eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth.
- Pipe small rounds of choux pastry on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden; do not open the oven door during baking.
- While cooling, whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form; fold in strawberries gently.
- Once cool, slice each puff horizontally and fill generously with strawberry whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cream puff (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg