Strawberry Cream Puffs Recipe

Introduction

Strawberry Cream Puffs are a delightful treat combining crisp, golden puff pastry with a luscious, sweet cream filling infused with fresh strawberries. Perfect for any occasion, these elegant desserts offer a refreshing burst of flavor with every bite.

Ingredients

• 400g Puff pastry
• 100g Fresh strawberries
• 100ml Whipping cream (sweetened with a few tablespoons of icing sugar)
• 8 teaspoons Strawberry jam
• 1 tablespoon White cocoa syrup
• About 2 tablespoons Icing sugar for sprinkling
• Melted chocolate for drizzling

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven and cut the puff pastry into hearts or rectangles. If using rectangles, use only half of the pastry; for hearts, use the full 400g. Save any off-cuts for another use.
2. Step 2: Brush the pastry shapes with egg wash and bake until golden and cooked through.
3. Step 3: Once cooled, slice the pastry shapes open horizontally.
4. Step 4: Spread 1 teaspoon of strawberry jam inside each bottom half.
5. Step 5: Whip the sweetened cream with white cocoa syrup until fluffy, then pipe it generously over the jam layer.
6. Step 6: Add freshly sliced strawberries on top of the cream.
7. Step 7: Place the top half of the pastry over the filling.
8. Step 8: Dust the cream puffs with icing sugar and drizzle melted chocolate over them.
9. Step 9: Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, creamy sweetness.

Tips & Variations

• Use chilled whipping cream for better volume when whipping.
• For a vegan option, substitute whipping cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free puff pastry.
• Try adding a splash of vanilla extract to the whipped cream for extra flavor.
• For a faster version, use pre-made puff pastry sheets available at most stores.

Storage

Store any leftover cream puffs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To maintain crispiness, avoid assembling the cream filling until ready to serve. Reheat the pastry shells briefly in a warm oven before filling, but do not reheat after filling to preserve the cream’s texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare the cream puffs in advance?

You can bake the pastry shells ahead of time and store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. However, fill the puffs with cream and strawberries just before serving to keep them fresh and prevent sogginess.

What can I use if I don’t have white cocoa syrup?

If white cocoa syrup is unavailable, you can omit it or substitute with a small amount of vanilla extract or white chocolate melted into the whipped cream to maintain sweetness and flavor.

Strawberry Cream Puffs Recipe

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• Author: anna
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 8–10 cream puffs depending on size 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Strawberry Cream Puffs are an elegant dessert featuring crisp, golden puff pastry filled with luscious, sweetened whipped cream infused with white cocoa syrup and topped with fresh strawberries, strawberry jam, and a drizzle of melted chocolate. This treat offers a perfect balance of light, airy texture with fresh berry sweetness, ideal for afternoon tea or any special occasion.

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Ingredients

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Puff Pastry

• 400g Puff pastry
• Eggwash (for brushing)

Filling

• 100g Fresh strawberries, sliced
• 100ml Whipping cream, sweetened with a few tablespoons of icing sugar
• 1 tablespoon White cocoa syrup (@saveur_cestdelicieux)
• 8 teaspoons Strawberry jam

Toppings

• About 2 tablespoons Icing sugar for sprinkling
• Melted chocolate for drizzling

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Instructions

1. Prepare Puff Pastry: Cut hearts or rectangles from the puff pastry sheet. Use the entire 400g if cutting hearts, or half if cutting rectangles. Save off cuts for other uses.
2. Apply Eggwash: Brush the cut pastry shapes with eggwash to achieve a golden finish when baked.
3. Bake Pastry: Bake the pastry in a preheated oven until golden and crisp, ensuring an airy texture.
4. Slice Pastry: Once cooled, carefully slice the baked hearts or rectangles open to create a top and bottom layer.
5. Add Jam: Spoon about 1 teaspoon of strawberry jam inside the bottom layer of each pastry piece.
6. Prepare Cream: Whip the sweetened cream until stiff peaks form, incorporating the white cocoa syrup for added flavor.
7. Pipe Cream: Generously pipe the sweetened whipped cream onto the jam layer of each puff.
8. Top with Strawberries: Place freshly sliced strawberries atop the cream layer.
9. Close Pastry: Carefully place the top pastry layer over the cream and strawberries to complete the puff.
10. Finish and Serve: Dust the cream puffs with icing sugar and drizzle with melted chocolate for an elegant presentation. Serve chilled and enjoy.

Notes

• Use chilled puff pastry for easier handling and better puffing during baking.
• The white cocoa syrup adds a unique flavor; if unavailable, substitute with a small amount of vanilla extract for a different but pleasant taste.
• Ensure the whipped cream is sweetened adequately to balance the tartness of the strawberries.
• For best results, serve the cream puffs chilled to keep the cream filling firm and fresh.
• Off cuts of puff pastry can be baked separately and used as a base for tarts or pies.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: French-inspired

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