Strawberry Cream Puffs (Delicate, Elegant & Irresistible)
Light and airy choux pastry filled with sweet whipped cream and fresh strawberries. Strawberry Cream Puffs are delicate, elegant, and perfect for any celebration.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 16 cream puffs
Ingredients
Choux Pastry:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup water
1 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs
Whipped Cream Filling:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2–3 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Strawberries:
1 1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1 tsp sugar (optional)
Topping:
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
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In a saucepan, combine butter, water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil.
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Remove from heat, stir in flour. Return to heat and stir until dough pulls from sides.
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Cool 5 minutes. Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth.
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Pipe 1.5″ rounds onto lined baking sheets.
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Bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
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Whip cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
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Slice puffs, fill with cream and strawberries.
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Dust with powdered sugar and serve.
Notes
Unfilled puffs can be frozen. Fill close to serving time for best texture.