Strawberry Cream Puffs Recipe

Introduction

Strawberry Cream Puffs are a delightful treat combining flaky puff pastry with sweet whipped cream and fresh strawberries. These elegant pastries make a perfect dessert or a special snack for any occasion.

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 (@saveur_cestdelicieux)
• About 2 tablespoons Icing sugar for sprinkling
• Melted chocolate for drizzling

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut the puff pastry into hearts or rectangles. If cutting rectangles, use only half of the puff pastry; if cutting hearts, use the full 400g. Save the off cuts for other baking projects like pie bases.
2. Step 2: Brush the top of the pastry shapes with egg wash to ensure a golden finish.
3. Step 3: Bake the pastry pieces until golden and fully cooked. Allow them to cool slightly.
4. Step 4: Slice the hearts or rectangles open horizontally to create a top and bottom.
5. Step 5: Spoon 1 teaspoon of strawberry jam onto the bottom half of each pastry piece.
6. Step 6: Whip the cream with icing sugar until soft peaks form, then gently mix in the white cocoa syrup for extra flavor and creaminess.
7. Step 7: Pipe or spoon the sweetened whipped cream onto the jam-covered pastry bottoms.
8. Step 8: Add freshly sliced strawberries on top of the whipped cream.
9. Step 9: Place the top half of the pastry over the filling to close each cream puff.
10. Step 10: Dust the finished cream puffs with icing sugar and drizzle melted chocolate over them for an elegant touch.
11. Step 11: Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious strawberry cream puffs.

Tips & Variations

• For a richer flavor, you can replace white cocoa syrup with vanilla extract or almond syrup.
• Use heart shapes for a romantic presentation or rectangles for a classic look.
• Try adding a splash of liqueur such as Grand Marnier to the whipped cream for an adult twist.
• Make sure the whipped cream is firm enough to hold shape but still soft to complement the delicate pastry.

Storage

Strawberry cream puffs are best enjoyed fresh due to the crisp pastry and fresh cream. If storing, keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Refrain from storing them too long as the pastry may soften. For reheating, avoid microwaving; instead, enjoy them chilled or at room temperature.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh?

Fresh strawberries are preferred for their texture and flavor, but if using frozen, thaw and drain them well to avoid soggy pastries.

What can I use instead of white cocoa syrup?

If white cocoa syrup is unavailable, you can substitute with vanilla or almond syrup, or simply omit it and rely on the sweetened whipped cream and jam for flavor.

Strawberry Cream Puffs Recipe

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Delight in these elegant Strawberry Cream Puffs featuring flaky puff pastry filled with luscious sweetened whipping cream, fresh strawberries, and a hint of strawberry jam. Finished with a dusting of icing sugar and a drizzle of melted chocolate, these treats make a perfect sophisticated dessert or snack.

• Author: Dylan
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 8–10 cream puffs depending on size 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: French-inspired
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Pastry

• 400g Puff pastry
• Egg wash (for brushing)

Filling

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

Topping

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

Instructions

1. Cut the pastry shape: Cut hearts out from the puff pastry using the entire 400g of pastry. Alternatively, cut rectangles and use only half of the pastry; save off cuts to use later as pie bases or other baking projects.
2. Brush with egg wash: Lightly brush the top of each cut pastry shape with egg wash to ensure a golden brown finish after baking.
3. Bake: Bake the pastry pieces in a preheated oven at 200°C (392°F) for approximately 15-20 minutes or until they are puffed up and golden brown.
4. Slice open: Once baked and cooled enough to handle, carefully slice each heart or rectangle horizontally to create two halves.
5. Spread jam: Spoon about one teaspoon of strawberry jam onto the bottom half of each pastry piece evenly.
6. Prepare cream filling: Whip the sweetened whipping cream together with the white cocoa syrup until soft peaks form, then pipe this creamy mixture generously over the jam layer.
7. Add strawberries: Arrange freshly sliced strawberries evenly on top of the cream layer for a fresh fruity touch.
8. Assemble the cream puffs: Place the top half of the pastry piece gently over the filling to close the cream puff.
9. Finish and serve: Dust the assembled cream puffs with about 2 tablespoons of icing sugar and drizzle melted chocolate artistically over the top. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

• You can shape the puff pastry as hearts or rectangles depending on preference.
• Use the offcuts of puff pastry creatively as bases for pies or tarts.
• Adjust sweetness in the cream by varying the amount of icing sugar.
• For best puff, ensure your oven is fully preheated before baking.
• The white cocoa syrup adds a subtle chocolatey flavor that complements the cream and strawberries.

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