Simple Strawberry Cream Puffs Recipe with Real Strawberries
This Simple Strawberry Cream Puffs Recipe with Real Strawberries captures all the nostalgic goodness of freshly baked cream puffs filled with sweet vanilla cream and topped with vibrant strawberries. The process is approachable, ensuring anyone can create these delightful pastries in their own kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Total Time: 55 mins
- Yield: 24 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 cup Water
½ cup Unsalted Butter
¼ teaspoon Salt
1 cup All-purpose Flour
4 large Eggs
2 cups Heavy Cream
½ cup Powdered Sugar
1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
2 cups Fresh Strawberries
1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar (optional)
Powdered Sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper
- In a medium saucepan, combine the water, butter, and salt. Bring to a rolling boil and melt the butter
- Remove from heat and add flour all at once, stirring until it forms a ball and pulls away from the sides
- Return to medium heat, stirring for 1-2 minutes to dry out the dough. Transfer to a bowl to cool for 5 minutes
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing until fully incorporated
- Pipe 1 ½-inch mounds onto prepared sheets, then smooth peaks with a wet finger. Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350°F (175°C) for another 20-25 minutes
- Remove and pierce puffs to release steam, then cool on a wire rack
- In a chilled bowl, whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form
- Hull and slice strawberries, optionally tossing with sugar
- Slice cooled puffs in half, fill with cream, add strawberries, and dust with powdered sugar if desired
Notes
Ensure your ingredients are fresh for the best flavor.
Best served immediately for optimal texture.