How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Coconut Cream Puffs?

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 cup skim milk, and more.

Is Coconut Cream Puffs suitable as general?

Yes, Coconut Cream Puffs falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Coconut Cream Puffs?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Coconut Cream Puffs Recipe

Name: Coconut Cream Puffs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup skim milk; 2 tablespoons margarine; 3 large egg whites; 1 large egg yolk; Cooking spray; 1/2 teaspoon unflavored gelatin; 1 tablespoon water; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 large egg; 3/4 cup skim milk; 1 1/2 teaspoons margarine; 3 tablespoons cream of coconut; 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3/4 cup frozen reduced-calorie whipped topping, thawed; 2 tablespoons powdered sugar; Mint sprigs (optional)

1

Preheat oven to 425u00b0.

2

Combine first 3 ingredients; set aside. Combine 1 cup milk and 2 tablespoons margarine in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; add dry ingredients, stirring well until mixture is smooth and pulls away from sides of pan. Remove from heat; let cool 5 minutes.

3

Add egg whites and egg yolk, 1 at a time, beating at low speed of a mixer until smooth. Drop dough by level tablespoons, 2 inches apart, onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake at 425u00b0 for 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350u00b0; bake an additional 10 minutes or until browned and crisp. Remove from oven; pierce the side of each cream puff with the tip of a sharp knife. Turn off oven; let cream puffs stand in partially closed oven for 5 minutes. Remove from baking sheet to a wire rack; let cool.

4

To prepare filling: Sprinkle gelatin over water in a small bowl; set aside. Combine 2 tablespoons sugar, cornstarch, and egg in a medium bowl. Stir with a whisk; set aside. Heat 3/4 cup milk over medium-high heat in a heavy saucepan to 180u00b0 or until tiny bubbles form around edge (do not boil). Gradually add hot milk to egg mixture; stirring constantly with a whisk. Return milk mixture to pan; add 1 1/2 teaspoons margarine. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook 1 minute or until thick, stirring constantly with a whisk. Add soft gelatin to milk mixture; cook over low heat 1 minute, stirring until gelatin dissolves. Remove pan from heat; stir in cream of coconut, coconut extract, and vanilla. Place pan in a large ice-filled bowl; let stand 15 minutes or until room temperature (do not allow gelatin mixture to set). Remove pan from ice. Gently whisk in whipped topping. Cover and chill 4 hours or until thick.

5

Cut tops off cream puffs; fill each cream puff with 1 tablespoon filling. Sprinkle powdered sugar over cream puffs. Garnish with mint sprigs, if desired. Serve immediately.

6

Note: To make ahead, place baked and cooled cream puffs in a large heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag; seal. Freeze cream puffs. Cover and chill cooked filling. To reheat cream puffs, remove from bag and place on a large baking sheet. Bake at 325u00b0 for 10 minutes or until crisp. Remove from baking sheet to a wire rack; let cool completely. Fill according to recipe directions.

Coconut Cream Puffs

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