Strawberry Cream Puffs
Light and airy cream puffs filled with fluffy strawberry‑cream—perfect bite‑sized dessert for any occasion.
- Prep Time: ~20 minutes
- Total Time: 45–60 minutes
- Yield: 8–12 cream puffs (depending on size)
- Category: Dessert • Pastry • Cream Puffs
- Method: Baking (oven)
- Cuisine: French-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Choux Pastry:
Water
Butter
All-purpose flour
4 large eggs (or as needed)
Pinch of salt
Optional: pinch of sugar
For the Filling:
Heavy whipping cream (about 1 cup)
Powdered sugar, to sweeten (2–3 Tbsp or to taste)
Vanilla extract (optional, ½ tsp)
Fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
Prep Oven & Tray: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make Choux Dough:
In a saucepan, bring water, butter, salt, and sugar (if using) to a boil.
Add flour all at once, stirring vigorously until a ball forms.
Remove from heat, cool slightly, then beat in eggs one at a time until the dough is smooth, shiny, and pipeable.
Pipe & Bake:
Pipe small rounds (1–2 inches wide) onto the baking sheet.
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and hollow-sounding.
Cool completely on a wire rack.
Whip the Cream:
Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
Assemble:
Slice cooled puffs horizontally.
Fill with whipped cream and sliced strawberries.
Dust tops with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Ensure choux shells are baked through—underdone shells may collapse or become soggy.
Add a spoonful of strawberry jam to the base of the puff for more fruit flavor.
For a twist, substitute whipped cream with mascarpone cream or pastry cream.
Shape choux into hearts or miniatures for themed presentations.
Best assembled right before serving for optimal texture.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/strawberry-cream-puffs/
