Powder Puffs Recipe

Indulge in the legendary lightness of these Powder Puffs! My mother's secret recipe creates delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies that stay incredibly crisp for up to 10 days in an airtight container. Bake them ahead, then simply fill with whipped cream hours before serving for an unforgettable treat. These delightful confections are perfect for tea parties, special occasions, or a simple afternoon pick-me-up.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 1285.2 kcal
Protein 65g
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Ingredients for Powder Puffs

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How to Make Powder Puffs

  1. Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
  2. Heat baking trays in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
  3. In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat 4 large egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gradually add 150g caster sugar, beating constantly until glossy and stiff.
  5. Gently fold in 4 large egg yolks, one at a time.
  6. In a separate bowl, sift together 150g plain flour, 50g cornstarch, and 1 tsp baking powder twice. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture.
  7. Carefully fold in 60ml boiling water until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Place heaped teaspoonfuls of the mixture onto the hot, greased baking trays, leaving space between each puff.
  9. Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack before storing in an airtight container.
  11. At least six hours before serving, sandwich pairs of cooled puffs together with whipped cream and dust the tops with icing sugar.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

44 g

Sugar

626g

Fat

33g

Carbs

79g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Powder Puffs?

Powder Puffs takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Powder Puffs?

Powder Puffs has approximately 1285.2 calories per serving, with about 65 g protein, 79 g carbohydrates and 34 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Powder Puffs?

The key ingredients for Powder Puffs are Eggs, Caster Sugar, All Purpose Flour, Cornflour, Bicarbonate Of Soda, Cream Of Tartar. See the full list with measurements above.

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