Cream Puffs Recipe

What You Need for the Puffs:

• 1 stick of butter
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 eggs

What You Need for the Filling:

• 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 small box (3.4 oz) of instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 cup milk

How to Make the Puffs:

1. Cook the Dough:

   • Put the butter, water, and vanilla in a pot and heat until it boils.
   • Add the flour to the pot and stir it constantly until it forms a ball and comes away from the sides of the pot.
   • Take the pot off the heat and let the dough cool for a few minutes.

2. Add the Eggs:

   • Beat in the eggs one at a time until the dough is smooth and combined.

3. Bake the Puffs:

   • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop the dough onto the sheet to make about 8 puffs.
   • Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 40 minutes, or until golden brown.

4. Cool the Puffs:

   • Take the puffs out of the oven and poke a small hole in each with a toothpick.
   • Turn the oven off, put the puffs back inside with the door slightly open, and let them cool. This keeps them from collapsing.

How to Make the Filling:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, pudding mix, and milk.
2. Beat everything together until the mixture becomes thick.

Assemble the Cream Puffs:

• Slice each puff in half. Fill the middle with the prepared filling.
• For an extra touch, you can drizzle melted chocolate on top or sprinkle them with powdered sugar.