Forktionary

I Can T Believe I Made Cream Puffs Recipe

Indulge in the airy lightness of these unbelievably delicious cream puffs! My old friend Pat shared this recipe with me 20 years ago, and they're so easy to make, you won't believe it. Get ready for perfectly golden, crispy puffs filled with your favorite creamy custard – a guaranteed crowd-pleaser (though maybe save a few for yourself!).

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 198.6 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
I Can T Believe I Made Cream Puffs 83

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for I Can T Believe I Made Cream Puffs

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • Instant Vanilla Pudding, for filling (recipe not included)
  • Whipped Dessert Topping Mix, for filling (recipe not included)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this I Can T Believe I Made Cream Puffs? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make I Can T Believe I Made Cream Puffs

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring the water, butter, and salt to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Remove from heat and add the flour all at once, stirring vigorously with a wooden spoon or spatula until a smooth dough forms and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
  4. Let the dough cool slightly (about 1-2 minutes).
  5. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated. The batter should be smooth and glossy.
  6. Transfer the batter to a pastry bag fitted with a large round tip (or use two spoons to drop mounds onto the baking sheet).
  7. Pipe 2-inch mounds onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each puff.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and puffed up. Do not open the oven door during baking!
  9. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the puffs are completely dry and hollow-sounding when tapped on the bottom.
  10. Remove from oven and pierce the side of each puff with a sharp knife or toothpick to allow steam to escape. Let them cool completely on a wire rack.
  11. While the puffs cool, prepare your favorite pastry cream or whipped cream filling. (Recipe not included, but many are available online!)
  12. Once cooled, fill the puffs with your desired cream filling. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

40g

Carbs

6g

Recipe Categories (Choose a category and find related recipes!)

Sweets & Sides Desserts European French Vegetarian Baking

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation Desserts Inexpensive