These cream puffs are unlike any others you may have had before. The secret lies in the amazing filling,
which has a pudding base mixed with heavy cream for a rich, decadent taste. The shells are ultra-light,
making them the perfect vessel to hold the filling. You can even make the shells ahead of time and freeze
them or make the cream a day ahead.
Ingredients
- 1 stick butter (8 tablespoons)
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup flour
Mom’s Famous Filling
- 1 pint heavy cream
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding
- ⅓ cup milk
Instructions
1. Bring the butter, water, and vanilla to a boil.
2. Add the flour and stir constantly until it leaves the side of the pot and forms a ball.
3. Remove from heat and let cool.
4. Beat in 4 eggs, one at a time, until smooth.
5. Drop by tablespoon onto parchment-lined cookie sheets.
6. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 25-30 minutes until golden.
7. Let cool completely.
8. Slice in half and pipe or scoop in Mom’s filling.
9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Filling Instructions
Beat the cream, pudding powder, and milk in a mixer until thick like whipped cream.
