In the realm of delectable pastries, popovers and cream puffs stand as two culinary masterpieces, tantalizing taste buds with their airy textures and delightful flavors. While often prepared separately, these two treats share a common bond, stemming from the versatile choux pastry dough that forms their base. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind creating the perfect popovers and cream puffs, transforming your kitchen into a haven of delectable delights.
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POPOVERS-CREAM PUFFS
I love this recipe because it is so simple. I fill mine with whip cream and sprinkle with powdered sugar. They taste like those at our state fair.
Provided by Donna Woodford
Categories Other Desserts
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Mix all ingredients
- 2. grease muffin tins -- 12
- 3. Fill 1/2 of muffin cup
- 4. put in cold oven, set temperature to 450 degrees. bake 15 minutes. reduce oven to 350 and bake for 15-20 minutes
- 5. Should be crispy outside and moist inside ready to fill with whipped cream and dusted with powdered sugar
- 6. You can also fill with pudding.
POPOVERS
There are three secrets to great popovers: Make sure the pan is hot before you pour in the batter, fill each section not more than half full and no peeking while they're in the oven!
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories dessert
Time 40m
Yield 12 popovers
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Generously grease aluminum popover pans or Pyrex custard cups with softened butter. You'll need enough pans to make 12 popovers. Place the pans in the oven for exactly 2 minutes to preheat. Meanwhile, whisk together the flour, salt, eggs, milk, and melted butter until smooth. The batter will be thin. Fill the popover pans less than half full and bake for exactly 30 minutes. Do not peek.
CREAM PUFFS
An easy and impressive way to make a great dessert. Whip them up and watch them disappear!
Provided by Shellie Wendel
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix together vanilla instant pudding mix, cream and milk. Cover and refrigerate to set.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- In a large pot, bring water and butter to a rolling boil. Stir in flour and salt until the mixture forms a ball. Transfer the dough to a large mixing bowl. Using a wooden spoon or stand mixer, beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown. Centers should be dry.
- When the shells are cool, either split and fill them with the pudding mixture, or use a pastry bag to pipe the pudding into the shells.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 76.9 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 230.6 mg, Sugar 8 g
CREAM PUFFS
These versatile and tender pastry puffs are stuffed with a traditional cream filling. We also have many other tempting filler ideas for you.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h55m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. In 2 1/2-quart saucepan, heat water and butter to rolling boil. Stir in flour; reduce heat to low. Stir vigorously over low heat about 1 minute or until mixture forms a ball; remove from heat. Beat in eggs, all at once; continue beating until smooth.
- On ungreased cookie sheet, drop dough by slightly less than 1/4 cupfuls about 3 inches apart. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until puffed and golden. Cool away from draft, about 30 minutes.
- Make one of the fillings (directions below). Cut off top third of each puff and pull out any strands of soft dough. Fill puffs with filling; replace tops. Cover; refrigerate until serving. Store covered in refrigerator. Eggnog Fluff Filling: In large bowl, beat pudding mix, milk, rum extract, nutmeg and ginger with electric mixer on low speed until well blended. Add whipping cream; beat on high speed 1 to 2 minutes or until soft peaks form. Fill puffs. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 3 hours. Just before serving, sprinkle with powdered sugar or brush tops with light corn syrup and sprinkle with colored sugar or nonpareils. Peppermint Whipped Cream Filling: In large bowl, beat ingredients with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Fill puffs. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg
Tips:
- Use the right ingredients: Make sure you have all the necessary ingredients and that they are fresh and of good quality.
- Follow the recipe carefully: Popovers and cream puffs are delicate pastries, so it's important to follow the recipe carefully. Don't skip any steps or substitute ingredients.
- Preheat your oven: Always preheat your oven to the correct temperature before baking. This will help ensure that your popovers and cream puffs rise properly.
- Don't open the oven door: Once you've put your popovers or cream puffs in the oven, don't open the door until they're done baking. This will cause them to fall.
- Let them cool before filling: Allow your popovers and cream puffs to cool completely before filling them. This will prevent the filling from making the pastry soggy.
Conclusion:
Popovers and cream puffs are delicious and versatile pastries that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With a little practice, you can master the art of making these treats at home. Just remember to follow the tips above and you'll be sure to impress your friends and family with your culinary skills.
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