Berry Cream Pastry Puffs

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Make the Pastry Dough:

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.

• In a saucepan, heat water, butter, and salt until it reaches a boil.

• Lower the heat, add flour all at once, and stir quickly until a ball forms (about 1–2 minutes).

• Let dough cool for 5 minutes.

• Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing until dough is smooth and glossy.

• Drop spoonfuls (or pipe with a bag) onto the baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.

• Bake 20–25 minutes, until puffed and golden. Do not open the oven!

• Let cool completely on a wire rack.

2. Prepare the Berry Cream:

• In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

• Gently fold in chopped berries.

3. Assemble the Puffs:

• Slice each puff in half horizontally with a serrated knife.

• Fill bottom halves with berry cream, then replace the tops.

4. Add Final Touches:

• Dust generously with powdered sugar.

• Optional: Drizzle with melted chocolate or a berry coulis for extra flair.

🎉 Serve & Enjoy

These delicate, creamy pastries are perfect for:

• Holiday parties

• Afternoon teas

• Baby showers

• Or just because you deserve something sweet today! 💕

Serve immediately for best results — though good luck keeping them around for long!

🔍 Tips for Success

• For extra-crispy shells, bake an extra 3–5 minutes.

• Chill your cream AND mixing bowl before whipping for fluffier results.

• Use a star tip piping bag for a fancy finish. ✨