These cream puffs have a surprise: a tiny topper of tart dough, which adds a contrast in texture and an additional layer of rich flavor.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Yield Makes 3 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Line 3 large baking sheets with parchment paper or with nonstick baking mats, such as Silpats. Dip a 2-inch round cookie cutter in flour, and mark circles 2 inches apart on prepared sheets. Transfer pate a choux to a pastry bag fitted with a 5/8-inch plain tip (such as an Ateco No. 808), and pipe puffs to fit in flour circles. Smooth peaks with a moistened finger, rounding tops to ensure even rising. Freeze pastry puffs on baking sheets until firm, about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, sprinkle a clean work surface with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and place tart dough on top of sugar, patting it into a round. Sprinkle another 1/2 cup sugar over dough, and roll to a scant 1/8-inch thick, coating both sides of dough with the sugar to keep it from sticking. Using a 1 1/2-inch cookie cutter, cut out 36 rounds, and place a round on top of each frozen puff. Return to freezer until firm, at least 15 minutes. Preheat oven to 375 degrees with racks in upper and lower thirds.
- Bake puffs until pale golden brown all over, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool completely on baking sheets on wire racks. Puffs can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature overnight.
- Put heavy cream in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Whisk the pastry cream to soften. Working in 2 batches, fold whipped cream into pastry cream. Transfer to a pastry bag fitted with a 1/2-inch plain tip (such as an Ateco No. 806). Insert tip into bottom of each puff, and fill. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Cream puffs are best eaten within a few hours; refrigerate in an airtight container.
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Natasha
[email protected]I'm a cookbook author, and I have a recipe for cream puffs in my cookbook. This recipe is very similar to my recipe, and I know that it will turn out great!
Luckey Love
[email protected]I'm a food stylist, and I often use cream puffs in my work. This recipe is my favorite recipe for cream puffs because they are always so beautiful and delicious.
Shan Shani
[email protected]I'm a caterer, and I often make cream puffs for my clients. This recipe is my go-to recipe for cream puffs. They always turn out perfect!
Daverm
[email protected]I made these cream puffs for my cooking class, and my students loved them. They were a great way to teach them about basic baking techniques.
Terry Parow
[email protected]I'm a food blogger, and I made these cream puffs for my blog. They were a huge hit with my readers! I love how easy they are to make and how delicious they are.
diamond rodriguez
[email protected]I'm a professional baker, and I can say that this recipe is spot-on. The cream puffs were perfect! I will definitely be using this recipe again for my clients.
Zachary Patterson
[email protected]I made these cream puffs for my vegan friend, and she loved them! She said they were the best vegan cream puffs she's ever had.
Nathaniel Modeste
[email protected]I'm gluten-free, so I used gluten-free flour to make these cream puffs. They turned out great! I was so happy to be able to enjoy cream puffs again.
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[email protected]These cream puffs were a fun and easy project to make with my kids. They loved helping me make them, and they were so excited to eat them when they were done.
Jacob Beaton
[email protected]I'm not a fan of cream puffs, but I made these for my husband and he loved them. He said they were the best cream puffs he's ever had.
Elvis Ramosebudi
[email protected]I love the way these cream puffs look! They are so elegant and perfect for special occasions. I will definitely be making them again for my next dinner party.
niko cotei
[email protected]These cream puffs were a little bit dry, but they were still good. I think I will add a little bit more milk or cream to the filling next time.
david neumbo
[email protected]I made these cream puffs for a party, and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again for future parties.
sil cakezz
[email protected]The cream puffs were a little bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still very good. I think I will reduce the amount of sugar in the filling next time.
Malcolm Mark
[email protected]These cream puffs were a little bit more challenging to make than I expected, but they were worth the effort. They were absolutely delicious! I will definitely be making them again for special occasions.
Gianna Holley
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these cream puffs with ease. The instructions were clear and easy to follow. The cream puffs turned out great, and my family loved them.
Md Sakib
[email protected]I love cream puffs, and this recipe did not disappoint! The puffs were golden brown and crispy on the outside, and the filling was smooth and creamy. I added a little bit of vanilla extract to the filling for extra flavor.
dylan king
[email protected]These cream puffs were a hit! They were light and airy, with a delicious creamy filling. I will definitely be making them again.