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Mom’s Famous Cream Puffs

Mom’s Famous Cream Puffs are a nostalgic treat, featuring a light, golden choux pastry filled with a rich, creamy mixture that melts in your mouth. These delightful desserts are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply indulging during an afternoon break. With their airy texture and customizable fillings, these cream puffs will charm everyone at the table!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 large eggs
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a saucepan, combine water and butter; bring to a boil. Stir in flour until it forms a ball.
  3. Remove from heat; let cool slightly. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
  4. Pipe mounds onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed; avoid opening the oven door during baking.
  6. While cooling, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  7. Pierce each cream puff to release steam, then fill with the cream mixture.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cream puff (30g)
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added flavor, swap vanilla extract with almond or lemon zest. Experiment with various fillings like chocolate custard or fruit purees. Store unfilled cream puffs in an airtight container for up to two days; filled ones should be refrigerated and consumed within 24 hours.