MOM’S FAMOUS CREAM PUFFS

 It sounds like you're interested in a recipe for cream puffs! Cream puffs are delightful pastries filled with a creamy filling, often whipped cream or pastry cream. Here's a basic recipe for cream puffs:

Ingredients:

For the Choux Pastry:

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 large eggs

For the Filling:

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Choux Pastry:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a medium saucepan, combine water and butter over medium heat. Bring to a boil.

3. Once the mixture is boiling, add the flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.

4. Remove the pan from heat and let it cool for a couple of minutes.

5. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. The mixture should be smooth and glossy.

6. Drop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each for expansion.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the puffs are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.

8. Remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack.

Filling:

1. In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.

2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form.

Assembly:

1. Once the cream puffs are completely cooled, cut them in half horizontally.

2. Spoon or pipe the whipped cream onto the bottom half of each puff.

3. Place the top half of the puff on the whipped cream, creating a sandwich.

4. Dust the tops with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.

Enjoy your homemade cream puffs! Feel free to get creative with the filling or add a chocolate ganache drizzle for extra indulgence.