Ingredients
For the Pastry:
1 cup water
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
For the Filling:
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
For the Glaze (optional):
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons milk
Fresh berries for garnish
Instructions
Make the Pastry:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a saucepan, combine water and butter. Bring to a boil.
Remove from heat and stir in the flour and salt until a dough forms. Let it cool for a few minutes.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth.
Pipe the Pastry Balls:
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a piping bag or a spoon to drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and puffed. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let them cool inside for about 10 minutes to prevent collapse.
Make the Cream Filling:
In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Fill the Pastry Balls:
Once the pastry balls have cooled completely, use a small knife to make a hole in the bottom of each. Pipe or spoon in the whipped cream and add a few mixed berries.
Make the Glaze (Optional):
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the filled pastry balls.
Serve:
Garnish with additional fresh berries and serve immediately.
Tips
You can customize the filling with your favorite berries or even add a bit of lemon zest for extra flavor.
These pastry balls are best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for a short time.
Enjoy your delicious cream and berry-filled pastry balls! Let me know if you have any ques
tions or need more ideas!
