To make Mom’s famous cream puffs, you’ll need the following ingredients:
Ingredients:
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the butter and water. Heat over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the vanilla extract.
- Quickly stir in the flour until well combined and a smooth dough forms. Return the saucepan to low heat and continue to stir the mixture for about 1-2 minutes until it forms a cohesive ball of dough and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and let it cool slightly for a few minutes.
- Once the dough has cooled slightly, add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy. The dough should be thick and hold its shape.
- Using a spoon or a piping bag, drop or pipe small mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each puff.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cream puffs are puffed up and golden brown.
- Remove the cream puffs from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
- Once the cream puffs are cooled, you can fill them with your favorite filling, such as sweetened whipped cream, pastry cream, or custard.
- Serve and enjoy Mom’s famous cream puffs!
These cream puffs are sure to delight your friends and family with their light, airy texture and delicious flavor. Feel free to experiment with different fillings and toppings to make them your own!
