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Cranberry Cream Puffs

Cranberry Cream Puffs
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Cranberry Cream Puffs are a delightful and festive dessert featuring light, airy choux pastry shells filled with a luscious cranberry cream filling that balances sweet and tart flavors. Perfect for holidays, parties, or any special occasion, this elegant yet easy-to-make recipe will become a favorite in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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Choux Pastry

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs

Cranberry Cream Filling

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water (for cranberry mixture)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Choux Pastry Dough: In a saucepan, bring the water and butter to a boil. Add all the flour at once and stir vigorously until the mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the pan. Let it cool slightly, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
  2. Pipe and Bake the Puffs: Transfer the dough to a piping bag and pipe small mounds onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and puffed. Once baked, poke a small hole in each puff to release steam and let cool completely.
  3. Make the Cranberry Cream Filling: Simmer cranberries with sugar, water, and cornstarch until thickened and jammy. Cool completely. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with vanilla extract until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in the cooled cranberry mixture to create a vibrant, creamy filling.
  4. Assemble the Cranberry Cream Puffs: Slice the cooled puff shells horizontally in half. Spoon or pipe the cranberry cream generously inside, replace the tops, and optionally dust with powdered sugar or garnish with fresh cranberries before serving.

Notes

  • Measure ingredients accurately to ensure the choux pastry rises properly.
  • Do not open the oven door during the first 15 minutes of baking to prevent the puffs from collapsing.
  • Allow the puffs to cool completely before filling to avoid sogginess.
  • Use fresh cranberries for best flavor and texture in the filling.
  • Use a large star or round piping tip for even and attractive piping.

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