Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2/3 cup water
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Special Equipment Needed:
- Saucepan
- Wooden spoon
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Whisk
- Medium bowl
- Pastry bag
- Small saucepan
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. In a saucepan, bring water, butter and salt to a boil.
3. Add flour all at once and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until mixture forms a ball.
4. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
5. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together cream, sugar, butter, corn syrup and vanilla extract.
9. Transfer mixture to a pastry bag and pipe into cooled cream puffs.
10. In a small saucepan, melt remaining sugar over medium heat until it turns a light golden brown.
11. Drizzle caramel over cream puffs.
Time:
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Temperature: 400 degrees F
Serving Size: Makes about 24 cream puffs
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 120
Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Protein: 2g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half or whole milk.
- Butter can be substituted with margarine.
- Light corn syrup can be substituted with dark corn syrup.
Variations:
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cream mixture for a spiced flavor.
- Substitute the caramel topping with melted chocolate.
- Add a teaspoon of almond extract to the cream mixture for an almond flavor.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the dough is completely cooled before adding the eggs.
- Make sure the cream puffs are completely cooled before piping the cream mixture into them.
- The caramel topping should be added just before serving.
Storage Instructions:
Store cream puffs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat cream puffs in the oven at 350 degrees F for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve cream puffs on a platter with fresh fruit.
- Place cream puffs in a decorative bowl and top with caramel sauce.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle cream puffs with powdered sugar.
- Top with fresh berries.
Pairings:
- Serve with a cup of coffee or tea.
- Pair with a glass of sparkling wine.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Roasted vegetables
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- If the cream puffs are not golden brown, bake for a few minutes longer.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before using.
- Make sure to cook the cream puffs until they are golden brown.
Food History:
Cream puffs have been around since the 16th century and were originally called “choux buns”. They were popularized in France and have been a classic dessert ever since.
Flavor Profiles:
Caramel cream puffs have a sweet and creamy flavor with a hint of caramel.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert after a meal.
- Serve as a snack with coffee or tea.
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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Caramelized, Buttery, Rich