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Cream Filled Choux Pastry

These cream-filled choux pastries are a delightful French treat! Light, airy puffs filled with rich cream will impress everyone.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Keyword: Creamy, Easy, Elegant
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Choux Pastry:

  • 22 g all-purpose flour
  • 22 g unsalted butter softened
  • 15 g powdered sugar
  • 85 g milk

For the Cream Filling:

  • 5 g caster sugar
  • 35 g unsalted butter
  • 50 g all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten (about 55g each without shell)
  • 195 g heavy whipping cream
  • 20 g powdered sugar for sweetening the cream

Instructions

Stepwise Method:

  • Step 1: Prepare the Choux Pastry - Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). In a saucepan, combine the 22g of all-purpose flour, 22g of softened unsalted butter, and 85g of milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
  • Step 2: Add Eggs - Remove the mixture from the heat and allow it to cool for a few minutes. Gradually add the beaten eggs, mixing well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy. The consistency should be thick but pipable.
  • Step 3: Pipe the Choux Puffs - Transfer the choux pastry dough into a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe small mounds onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about an inch apart.
  • Step 4: Bake the Pastry - Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are puffed up and golden brown. Do not open the oven door during baking, as this can cause the pastries to deflate.
  • Step 5: Make the Cream Filling - While the choux puffs are baking, prepare the cream filling. In a bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add the 20g of powdered sugar and continue beating until firm peaks form.
  • Step 6: Fill the Choux Pastry - Once the choux puffs are completely cool, use a small knife to make a slit in the side of each puff or use a piping bag to fill them directly. Gently fill each puff with the whipped cream mixture.
  • Step 7: Dust with Powdered Sugar - Finally, dust the filled choux pastries with a little powdered sugar for a beautiful finish. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Piping Bag
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Notes

  • Store unfilled choux puffs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.
  • Freeze unfilled puffs for up to a month, thaw and fill when ready to serve.
  • Filled pastries are best enjoyed immediately but can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.