Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 cup of water
- ½ cup of unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 cups of heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon of confectioners’ sugar
Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Electric mixer
- Whisk
- Piping bag
- Large star tip
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a medium saucepan, bring the water, butter, salt, and sugar to a boil over medium-high heat.
4. Once boiling, add the flour all at once and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
5. Transfer the dough to a bowl and let cool for 5 minutes.
6. Using an electric mixer, beat in the eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
7. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
8. Pipe the dough onto the prepared baking sheet in 2-inch (5 cm) circles, spacing them about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
9. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and crisp.
10. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
11. In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream and confectioners’ sugar until soft peaks form.
12. Cut the cooled puffs in half and fill with the whipped cream.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature: 375°F (190°C)
Serving Size: Makes about 24 puffs
Nutritional Information: Not available
Substitutions for Ingredients
- Unsalted butter can be substituted with salted butter.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half or whole milk.
Variations:
- The puffs can be filled with any type of cream or custard.
- The puffs can be topped with melted chocolate or caramel.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the dough is smooth and glossy before piping onto the baking sheet.
- Make sure the puffs are golden brown and crisp before removing from the oven.
Storage instructions:
The puffs can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
The puffs can be reheated in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
The puffs can be served on a platter and garnished with fresh fruit or chocolate shavings.
Garnishes:
- Fresh fruit
- Chocolate shavings
- Caramel sauce
- Whipped cream
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Hot chocolate
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit
- Ice cream
- Yogurt
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- If the puffs are not golden brown and crisp, bake for a few minutes longer.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before using.
- Make sure the puffs are completely cooled before filling with cream.
Food history:
Choux à la crème is a classic French pastry that dates back to the 16th century. It is made from a choux pastry dough that is piped into small puffs and filled with cream.
Flavor profiles:
This pastry has a light, sweet flavor with notes of vanilla and butter.
Serving suggestions:
Choux à la crème can be served as a dessert or as an afternoon snack.
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Region: French