Description
Strawberry Cream Puffs are elegant, bite-sized desserts that blend flaky puff pastry shells with a luscious strawberry-infused whipped cream filling. These gorgeous, fruit-forward treats are perfect for Valentine’s Day, tea parties, or anytime you want an easy yet impressive dessert.
Ingredients
For the Pastry Shells:
- 400g puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
For the Filling:
- 100g fresh strawberries, sliced
- 100ml whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons icing sugar (adjust to taste)
- 8 teaspoons strawberry jam
- 1 tablespoon white cocoa syrup (optional)
For Garnish:
- Icing sugar, for dusting
- Melted chocolate, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 200°C (392°F).
- Cut Pastry: Roll out puff pastry and cut into heart shapes or rectangles.
- Egg Wash: Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg.
- Bake: Bake for 15–20 minutes, until puffed and golden brown. Let cool completely.
- Make Filling: Whip cream with icing sugar until soft peaks form. Fold in cocoa syrup (if using), then gently fold in sliced strawberries.
- Assemble: Slice cooled pastries in half. Spread 1 tsp of strawberry jam on the bottom half. Pipe or spoon in the strawberry cream. Top with the other pastry half.
- Garnish: Dust with icing sugar and drizzle with melted chocolate if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of vanilla extract or lemon zest to the whipped cream.
- Substitute strawberries with raspberries, blueberries, or mixed berries.
- Use choux pastry for a classic twist.
- Best served fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
