Basic Cream Puff Batter

Cream puffs were invented in France and are also known as ‘choux à la crème’ or ‘choux pastry’. They are a popular dessert all around the world.

This is vegetarian and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 5.

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Basic Cream Puff Batter

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: French Courses: Any, Dessert Recipe Keys: Low Carb Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Water
• 0.5 stick Butter
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 4 large Eggs

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Stir in flour and salt until the mixture forms a ball.
3. Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and let it cool for 5 minutes.
4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, until the batter becomes smooth and shiny.
5. Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the puffs are golden brown and crisp.
7. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely.
8. Cut the puffs in half and fill them with your desired cream or filling.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 12g4%

Sugars 5g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.