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Classic Cream Puffs

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55min

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12 servings

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Delight in these elegant cream puffs, featuring a light and airy choux pastry filled with a rich, creamy custard. Perfect for any occasion, these cream puffs are sure to impress with their delicate texture and exquisite flavor.

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8 g
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Ingredients

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Steps

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1
Preheat Oven

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2
Prepare Pastry Dough

In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1/2 cup butter, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil. Add 1 cup flour all at once, stirring vigorously until the mixture forms a ball.

3
Cook Dough

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the dough cool slightly. Add 4 eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4
Shape Puffs

Drop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

5
Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack.

6
Make Custard Filling

In a saucepan, heat 2 cups of milk over medium heat until it just begins to boil. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, and 2 egg yolks. Gradually whisk in the hot milk.

7
Thicken Custard

Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

8
Fill Cream Puffs

Once the puffs have cooled, slice them open and fill them with the custard.

9
Serve

Serve the cream puffs immediately or chill them in the refrigerator before serving.

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