State Fair Cream Puffs (Recipe from Yahoo! Food)

Name: State Fair Cream Puffs (Recipe from Yahoo! Food)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup water; ½ cup butter, 1 sticks (unsalted would be great); ¼ teaspoon salt (if using salted butter use less than this); 1 cup all-purpose flour; 4 eggs; 2 tablespoons milk; 1 egg yolk, slightly beaten; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; ¼ cup confectioners' sugar (Powdered Sugar); ½ teaspoon vanilla extract; additional confectioners' sugar

Servings: persons

1 cup water
½ cup butter, 1 sticks (unsalted would be great)
¼ teaspoon salt (if using salted butter use less than this)
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
1 egg yolk, slightly beaten
2 cups heavy whipping cream
¼ cup confectioners' sugar (Powdered Sugar)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
additional confectioners' sugar

1
In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter and salt to a boil, over medium heat.
2
Once boiling, add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms.
3
Make sure you get all the flour clumps out.
4
Remove from heat; let it stand for 5 minutes.
5
Once this has cooled for 5 minutes, add eggs, one at a time, beating well with mixer after each addition.
6
Continue beating minxture until smooth and shiny.
7
Get an ice cream scooper and grease it lightly with cooking spray.
8
Drop about 1/4 cupfuls 3 inches apart onto a greased baking sheet.
9
Combine milk and egg yolk, and brush very nicely over the puff.
10
Don't worry if the egg mixture fell over a little.
11
Bake at 400 degrees F for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
12
Cool on cooling rack and slit each puff so the steam can escape.
13
Let them cool compltely.
14
In a chilled large mixing bowl, beat heavy whipping cream with a mixer on high until it begins to thicken.
15
Add sugar and vanilla.
16
Mix on high until cream is almost stiff.
17
Split cream puff; discard any soft dough from inside.
18
Fill the cream in cooled puffs just before serving.
19
Dust the top with confectioner's sugar.
20
Refrigerate leftovers.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup water, ½ cup butter, 1 sticks (unsalted would be great), ¼ teaspoon salt (if using salted butter use less than this), 1 cup all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, State Fair Cream Puffs (Recipe from Yahoo! Food) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

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

That's it — enjoy your meal!