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Perfect Pink Strawberry Cream Puffs

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Light and airy cream puffs filled with luscious pink strawberry cream, perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. These easy homemade treats combine a crisp choux pastry shell with a smooth, fruity filling.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 8 tablespoons (115 g) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, cold (or dairy-free coconut cream for vegan option)
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and pureed (or thawed frozen strawberries)
  • Optional: a few drops of natural red food coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, salt, and sugar. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat.
  3. Remove from heat and add sifted flour all at once. Stir vigorously until mixture forms a ball and pulls away from pan sides (1-2 minutes).
  4. Return to low heat and cook, stirring constantly, for about 30 seconds to dry the dough slightly.
  5. Transfer dough to a mixing bowl and cool for 3-5 minutes until warm but not hot.
  6. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until dough is glossy, smooth, and holds soft peaks (about 10 minutes).
  7. Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip. Pipe 12 small mounds (about 1 1/2 inches diameter) spaced 2 inches apart on the baking sheet. Wet finger and smooth peaks.
  8. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 10 minutes, then reduce oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20 more minutes until golden brown and puffed. Do not open oven door during baking.
  9. Remove from oven and prick each puff with a skewer to release steam. Cool completely on a wire rack (about 30 minutes).
  10. In a cold mixing bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  11. Gently fold in pureed strawberries and optional red food coloring. Chill until ready to fill (about 10 minutes).
  12. Cut each puff in half horizontally or pipe cream directly into the center. Serve immediately or chill up to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Do not open the oven door during baking to prevent puffs from collapsing. Prick baked puffs with a skewer to release steam and keep them crisp. Use fresh or thawed frozen strawberries for best flavor. For vegan or gluten-free options, substitute coconut cream and gluten-free flour blend. Chill cream before whipping for best texture.

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