Best Ever Cream Puffs With Vanilla Filling Recipe

Indulge in these light and airy cream puffs, featuring a heavenly vanilla filling that's simply irresistible! My grandma's secret recipe delivers crispy, golden-brown shells filled with a luscious, creamy center. Warning: These are dangerously delicious – you might just eat the whole batch! Easily customizable to your desired size. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 743.7 kcal
Protein 24g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Best Ever Cream Puffs With Vanilla Filling

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How to Make Best Ever Cream Puffs With Vanilla Filling

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring the butter and water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Remove from heat. Add flour and salt all at once; stir vigorously with a wooden spoon or spatula until the mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
  4. Let the dough cool for 10 minutes.
  5. Beat in eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the batter is smooth and glossy.
  6. Transfer the batter to a pastry bag fitted with a large round tip (or use a spoon) to pipe or drop 2-inch mounds onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each puff.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes at 450°F (232°C).
  8. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (163°C).
  9. Continue baking for 25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom. Do not open the oven door during baking.
  10. While the puffs are baking, prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and milk until smooth.
  11. Fold in the thawed Cool Whip until well combined.
  12. Once the cream puffs are completely cool, slice them horizontally in half.
  13. Fill each bottom puff generously with the vanilla cream filling.
  14. Top with the puff tops.
  15. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

185g

Fat

150g

Carbs

24g

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