Ingredients
Method
Make the Choux Pastry
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine water, whole milk, unsalted butter, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat until the butter melts.
- Add all-purpose flour to the saucepan and stir vigorously until the dough pulls away from the sides of the pan (about 1-2 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth and glossy.
- Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a plain tip and pipe small rounds onto the baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown; do not open the oven door while baking.
- Once baked, let the cream puffs cool on a wire rack.
Prepare the Strawberry Cream Filling
- In a mixing bowl, beat heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries until evenly distributed.
Assemble the Cream Puffs
- Cut a small slit in the side of each cooled puff to allow steam to escape.
- Fill a piping bag with the strawberry cream filling and pipe into each puff.
- Arrange the filled cream puffs on a serving plate.
Add Optional Toppings
- Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with melted chocolate for extra sweetness.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Best enjoyed within a day or two. Consider filling the puffs just before serving to maintain crispness.
