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To make heavenly cream puffs, gather these ingredients: - 1 cup water - 1/2 cup unsalted butter - 1 cup all-purpose flour - 1/4 teaspoon salt - 4 large eggs - 1 cup heavy cream - 1/3 cup powdered sugar - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - Optional: chocolate sauce or caramel drizzle for topping

Heavenly Cream Puffs Recipe

Indulge your sweet tooth with my Heavenly Cream Puffs Recipe! These light and fluffy treats are not only simple to make, but they also taste divine. With basic ingredients and easy steps, you can create impressive desserts that will wow your guests. Whether filled with whipped cream, custard, or topped with chocolate sauce, these cream puffs are sure to delight. Click through to discover the full recipe and elevate your dessert game today!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup water

1/2 cup unsalted butter

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

4 large eggs

1 cup heavy cream

1/3 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional: chocolate sauce or caramel drizzle for topping

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Make the Choux Pastry: In a medium saucepan, combine the water and butter over medium heat. Stir until the butter melts completely.

      Add Flour & Salt: Once boiling, add the flour and salt to the saucepan all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan (about 1-2 minutes).

        Incorporate Eggs: Remove the pan from heat and let it cool slightly. Add eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition until fully incorporated and the dough is smooth and glossy.

          Pipe the Puffs: Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip. Pipe small mounds (about 1 inch apart) onto the prepared baking sheet. You can create a circular shape or any design you prefer.

            Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the puffs are golden brown and puffed up. Do not open the oven door while baking.

              Cool: Once baked, turn off the oven and leave the puffs inside for another 10-15 minutes to dry out and maintain their shape. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.

                Prepare the Cream Filling: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.

                  Fill the Puffs: Once cooled, use a small sharp knife to make a hole in the bottom of each cream puff. Fill a piping bag with the whipped cream and gently fill each puff through the hole until full.

                    Decorate and Serve: Drizzle with chocolate sauce or caramel if desired, and dust with extra powdered sugar for presentation.

                      Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 12 cream puffs

                        - Presentation Tips: Arrange the cream puffs on a decorative plate; use a sprinkle of edible glitter for a magical touch. Enjoy your heavenly treat!