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Easy Homemade Cream Puffs

These easy homemade cream puffs feature classic choux pastry baked until golden and filled with sweetened vanilla whipped cream. Light, airy, and melt-in-your-mouth good, they’re perfect for parties, tea time, or an anytime indulgence.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cool Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 cream puffs
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For Choux Pastry:
  • ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter
  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
For Whipped Cream Filling:
  • 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Boil butter, water, and salt. Add flour, stir until dough forms.
  2. Cool slightly. Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth.
  3. Pipe onto baking sheet. Bake at 400°F for 25–30 mins.
  4. Cool completely. Whip cream with sugar and vanilla.
  5. Fill puffs, dust with powdered sugar, and serve.
  6. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/easy-homemade-cream-puffs/

Notes

  • Make sure the dough cools slightly before adding eggs to prevent scrambling.
  • If the puffs deflate after baking, they may not be fully baked—extend baking time slightly.
  • Fill just before serving for best texture.