Cream Puffs From Brigitte Sealing

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Light, airy choux pastry shells filled with rich chocolate for a classic elegant treat
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Cream Puffs From Brigitte Sealing

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 511.0

Description

These cream puffs are the epitome of classic French-inspired dessert elegance, featuring light, airy choux pastry shells that puff up beautifully in the oven. The dough is simple yet requires a bit of technique, resulting in a crispy exterior and a hollow center perfect for filling. While the base recipe is versatile, this version suggests a decadent chocolate bar filling and a smooth glaze, creating a luxurious contrast between the delicate pastry and the rich, sweet interior. They are an impressive yet approachable project for home bakers, ideal for afternoon tea, holiday gatherings, or simply as a special weekend indulgence. The key is patience during baking to ensure they hold their shape and crispness.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1/2 cup butter, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add 1 cup flour all at once.
  4. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon over low heat for about 1 minute, until the mixture forms a cohesive ball and leaves a thin film on the bottom of the pan.
  5. Remove from heat and let the dough cool for about 5 minutes so it doesn't cook the eggs.
  6. Beat in the 4 eggs one at a time, stirring until fully incorporated and the dough is smooth, shiny, and velvet-like after each addition.
  7. Drop the dough by rounded 1/4-cupfuls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Do not open the oven door for the first 25 minutes, as this will cause the puffs to collapse.
  9. Remove from oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cool, cut each puff horizontally in half. Fill with chocolate bar filling or whipped cream, replace the top, and glaze with chocolate glaze if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 511.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30.4g47%
Saturated Fat 17.1g86%
Cholesterol 251.0mg84%
Sodium 1474.9mg62%
Total Carbohydrate 46.2g16%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g7%
Sugars 0.8g
Protein 12.8g26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: choux pastry, cream puffs, profiteroles, chocolate dessert, baking, pastry, dessert recipe, brigitte sealing, easy dessert, party food, choux, filling, glaze, butter, eggs, flour
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