Try this homemade Basic Cream Puffs recipe the whole family will love. Made with water, butter, flour and salt. Easy step-by-step instructions included.
This Basic Cream Puffs relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as water, melted reduced fat butter, all purpose flour and t. salt. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 288 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026