Golden puffs, also known as profiteroles or choux à la crème, are a delightful French pastry that combines a light and airy choux pastry with a rich and creamy filling. These delicate treats have captured the hearts of dessert lovers worldwide and have become a staple of many bakeries and patisseries. Whether you are an experienced baker or a novice cook, this article will guide you through the process of creating golden puffs that are sure to impress your friends and family.
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GOLDEN SHRIMP PUFFS
I first served these at a New Year's Eve get-together a few years ago. After receiving raves, they became part of my regular appetizer offerings throughout the year. -Patricia Slater, Baldwin, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring butter, water and garlic salt to a boil. Add flour all at once; stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny., Stir in the shrimp, onions and 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
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GOLDEN CHICKEN SALAD PUFFS
"Stuffed with a chunky chicken salad, these pretty golden puffs are perfect for a holiday buffet or ladies' luncheon," shares Lola Pullen from Lakeland, Florida. "Folks seem to enjoy the subtle sweetness from the pineapple and the crunch of the celery and pecans."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a large saucepan, bring water, butter and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until smooth and shiny. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto a greased baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Remove to wire racks. Immediately cut a slit in each puff to allow steam to escape; cool. , Split puffs and set tops aside; remove soft dough form inside. In a large bowl, combine filling ingredients. Fill puffs and replace tops. Chill until serving. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
GOLDEN PEAR CREAM PUFFS
Profiteroles with pear pastry cream and slices of fruit are drizzled with caramelized pear sauce, creating an elegant dessert.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Vegetarian Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Peel and core pears, and cut into 1/2- inch pieces. Place in a steamer rack set over a pot of boiling water, and cook until soft, about 15 minutes. Let cool. Puree in a blender until completely smooth.
- Whisk egg yolks, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk in cornstarch. Heat milk in a medium saucepan over medium- high heat just until bubbles begin to form, about 3 minutes. Using a ladle, gradually add hot milk to the yolk mixture, whisking constantly. Return mixture to pan; cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until mixture begins to bubble and becomes very thick, about 8 minutes. Using a wooden spoon, scrape bottom and sides of pan occasionally as mixture thickens. Remove from heat.
- Pour through a large-mesh sieve into a bowl. Add butter; stir until butter has melted. Add pear puree; stir to combine. Place plastic wrap directly on surface; refrigerate until cold, about 30 minutes.
- Put heavy cream into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream into pastry cream.
- Transfer to a pastry bag fitted with a 1/4-inch plain round tip (such as Ateco #802). Poke a small hole in the bottom of each pastry puff with a skewer. Fill puffs with pastry cream. Arrange 4 cream puffs on each plate in a pyramid. Spoon about 4 warm caramel pear slices over each serving, and drizzle with sauce.
GOLDEN SHRIMP PUFFS
Don't know where I got this recipe from, but have had it for ages. It sounds so good, I just have to try.
Provided by Rose M. Helle
Categories Seafood Appetizers
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.In a saucepan, bring butter, water and garlic salt to a boil.
- 2. Add flour all at once; stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand 5 minutes.
- 3. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny.
- 4. Stir in the shrimp, onions and 4 tablespoons parmesan cheese. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Sprinkle with remaining parmesan cheese.
- 5. Bake at 400 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
GOLDEN SHRIMP PUFFS RECIPE
Provided by WisconsinMike
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine shrimps, salt, sugar, and ground white pepper in a bowl. Mix well. Set aside. Crack eggs into another bowl. Break up the yolk with a fork or whisk. Add all-purpose flour, rice flour, baking powder, salt, and ½ cup (120ml) water. Stir to mix into a smooth batter. Heat 1 inch vegetable oil in a small pan. Place ¼ cup (33g) rice flour in a shallow bowl. Holding shrimp by the tail, dredge in rice flour. Then dip in batter and gently lower shrimp into hot oil. Repeat. Fry in batches. Do not over crowd pan. Fry shrimp puffs turning occasionally until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes each batch. Remove and drain on metal strainer. Serve immediately with sweet chili sauce.
GOLDEN CARAWAY PUFFS
Here's a wonderful accompaniment for steaming bowls of soup, chili or stew. Dotted with caraway seeds and bits of onion, the savory little puffs bake in a standard muffin pan.-Joan Antonen, Arlington, South Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, egg, sugar, butter, onion, caraway seeds, salt, baking soda, yeast mixture and 1-1/3 cups flour; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on high 4 minutes. Stir in remaining flour. Do not knead. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. , Stir down batter. Spoon into 12 greased muffin cups. Cover with a kitchen towel; let rise in a warm place until almost doubled, about 40 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°. , Bake 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool in pan 1 minute before removing to a wire rack; serve warm.
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GOLDEN PUFFS
when i was little my mother used to make whop doughnuts. which is simply canned biscuits with a hole poked in it, fried and rolled in sugar. she called them whop doughnuts because of the sound the can of biscuits makes when you bang it on the counter to open it. This is my from scratch version. they are fun to make and fun to eat.
Provided by chefmick
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Yield 36 puffs
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- mix all dry ingredients together.
- add cooking oil, milk and egg, mix well.
- drop by tsp fulls into hot oil (375 degrees F). (too much dough and it will not cook all the way through).
- fry about 3 minutes or until golden brown. Roll them over as needed to insure even cooking and browning.
- drain on paper towel, sprinkle with cinnamon and/or powdered sugar.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. This will result in the best flavor and texture for your golden puffs.
- Make sure your butter is cold. This will help to create a flaky crust.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will result in a tough crust.
- Chill the dough before rolling it out. This will make it easier to work with and will help to prevent the dough from sticking to your work surface.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the dough. This will help to create clean edges and will prevent the dough from tearing.
- Bake the golden puffs until they are golden brown. This will ensure that they are cooked through and have a crispy crust.
- Serve the golden puffs warm. They are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.
Conclusion:
Golden puffs are a delicious and versatile pastry that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be filled with a variety of sweet or savory fillings. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy snack or a more elaborate dessert, golden puffs are a great option.
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