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Vanilla Cream Puffs with Pastry Cream

Recipe by Preppy Kitchen

Light, airy French profiteroles filled with silky vanilla pastry cream. The classic cream puff made from scratch with a homemade choux dough, rich custard, and a hint of whipped cream for extra lift. Perfect for dessert or an elegant snack.

MediumFrenchServes 12

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Source Video
2h 45m
Prep
56m
Cook
27m
Cleanup
4h 8m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$7.97
Total cost
$0.66
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Temper Egg Mixture
  • Cook Custard
  • Add Butter and Finish Custard
  • Incorporate Flour
  • Add Eggs
  • First Bake
  • Steam Release & Second Bake

Safety Warnings

  • Hot milk and custard can cause severe burns; handle with care.
  • Use oven mitts when removing hot baking sheets.
  • Whisking hot liquid can splatter—keep face away from the pot.

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