Famous Cream Puffs

These Famous Cream Puffs are the ultimate classic dessert—light, airy pastry shells filled with a rich and silky cream. With their golden crisp exterior and smooth creamy center, they melt in your mouth and feel just like bakery-quality treats.

Perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you want an elegant homemade dessert, this easy cream puff recipe is guaranteed to impress.

Ingredients

For the Choux Pastry:

• 1 cup (240 ml) water

• 100 g butter

• 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour

• 4 eggs

• 1/4 tsp salt

For the Cream Filling:

• 500 ml milk

• 4 egg yolks

• 100 g sugar

• 40 g cornstarch

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 200 ml heavy whipping cream

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough

In a saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil.

Add flour all at once and stir quickly until a smooth dough forms and pulls away from the sides.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each until smooth and glossy.

Step 2: Shape & Bake

Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).

Pipe or spoon small mounds onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Bake for 20–25 minutes until puffed and golden.

Do NOT open the oven while baking.

Step 3: Cool

Let the shells cool completely on a rack.

Step 4: Prepare the Cream

In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch.

Heat milk until warm, then slowly add to the mixture while stirring.

Return to heat and cook until thick.

Add vanilla and let cool.

Whip the cream separately, then fold into the custard.

Step 5: Fill the Cream Puffs

Cut or poke each puff and fill with the cream using a piping bag or spoon.

Pro Tips

• Make sure dough is not too hot when adding eggs

• Bake until fully golden to avoid collapse

• Chill cream before filling for best texture

Why You’ll Love These Cream Puffs

• Light and airy texture

• Smooth, rich cream filling

• Perfect for any occasion

• Looks bakery-level but easy to make