Delight in the exquisite taste of these Strawberry Cream Puffs, each filled with homemade strawberry jam and fluffy whipped cream. These light and airy pastries are a perfect treat for any dessert lover, combining the sweet, fruity burst of fresh strawberries with the rich, creamy texture of whipped cream encased in a tender choux pastry.
Why You’ll Love This: These cream puffs offer a heavenly combination of textures and flavors that are sure to impress. The homemade strawberry jam provides a fresh and tangy contrast to the sweetness of the cream, while the choux pastry adds a delicate crunch. Each component works together to create a sophisticated and satisfying dessert.
Perfect Occasion: Strawberry cream puffs are ideal for high tea, special occasions like Mother’s Day or Valentine’s Day, and make an elegant addition to any brunch or party dessert table. They are also perfect for enjoying a quiet, indulgent moment all to yourself.
Decoration Tips: For a beautiful and festive look, top each cream puff with a slice of fresh strawberry or a sprinkle of powdered sugar. You can also drizzle a little strawberry coulis over the top for extra flair and flavor.
Ingredients:
- For the Choux Pastry:
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- For the Strawberry Jam:
- 9 oz fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1/3 cup sugar
- Juice of half a lemon
- For the Filling:
- Fresh strawberries, for decoration
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions:
- Begin with the strawberry jam: In a saucepan, combine chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes until thickened. Allow to cool.
- For the choux pastry: In another saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Add flour all at once, stirring vigorously until a dough forms that pulls away from the sides. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Gradually incorporate the egg into the dough, mixing continuously until smooth and glossy.
- Spoon the choux dough into a piping bag with a large round tip. Pipe onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to form 4 puffs.
- Bake at 392°F (200°C) for 25 minutes in a preheated oven. Avoid opening the oven during baking to prevent collapse. Turn off the oven, crack open the door slightly, and let puffs cool gradually.
- Once cool, slice each puff halfway and fill the bottom with a teaspoon of cooled strawberry jam.
- Whip the cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Pipe or spoon the whipped cream onto the top half of each puff.
- Garnish with fresh strawberry slices.
Enjoy these delightful Strawberry Cream Puffs, a luxurious treat that combines the joy of baking with the fresh flavors of strawberries and cream!
