Vanilla Citrus Cream Puffs
Delight in the refreshing twist of vanilla and citrus in these airy cream puffs, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 25 minutesServes: 8
Ingredients
1 cup water
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
4 large eggs
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp orange zest
1/2 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a saucepan, bring water and butter to a rolling boil. Reduce heat, add flour and salt, stirring vigorously until the mixture forms a ball.
3. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth.
4. Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto prepared sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely.
6. In a bowl, whip cream with sugar, vanilla, and orange zest until stiff peaks form.
7. Cut puffs in half, fill with cream mixture, and dust with powdered sugar.
Storage
Store cream puffs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating
To reheat, place cream puffs in a preheated oven at 300°F for 5 minutes.
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