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Strawberry Cream Puffs

Heart Strawberry Cream Puffs

Emily
Delicious heart-shaped strawberry cream puffs with flaky pastry, vanilla whipped cream, and fresh strawberries. Perfect dessert for Valentine's Day or any special occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 12 puffs
Calories 285 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Electric mixer
  • Wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cubed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour sifted
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream cold
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt over medium heat. Bring to a rolling boil.
  • Remove from heat and add flour all at once. Stir vigorously until mixture forms a smooth ball.
  • Let dough cool 5 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until glossy.
  • Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Shape into hearts if desired.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Don't open oven door during first 20 minutes.
  • Turn off oven and let puffs cool inside with door slightly ajar for 10 minutes.
  • Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  • Toss sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice. Let macerate 15 minutes.
  • Slice cooled puffs horizontally. Fill with whipped cream and strawberries. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure eggs are at room temperature for best results
  • Don't open oven door during first 20 minutes of baking or puffs may collapse
  • Chill mixing bowl and beaters for fluffier whipped cream
  • Best served same day for crispiest pastry
  • Can be shaped into hearts using two spoons before baking
Keyword Strawberry Cream Puffs