Mini Cream Puff

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425˚F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with a baking liner or parchment paper.

2. In a medium saucepan, combine water, milk, butter, sugar and salt. Bring just to a boil over medium heat then remove from heat and stir in 1 cup flour all at once with a wooden spoon.

3. One flour is incorporated, place back over medium heat stirring constantly for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes to release extra moisture and partially cook flour. A thin film will form on the bottom of the pan and dough will come together into a smooth ball.

4. Transfer dough to a large mixing bowl and beat using an electric mixer on medium speed for 1 minute to cool mixture slightly. Add eggs, 1 at a time, allowing to fully incorporate between additions. Beat another minute until dough is smooth and forms a thick ribbon when pulled up.

5. Transfer the dough to a piping bag and cut open the tip. Pipe 28 puffs, each 1 1/2” diameter and 1/2” tall rounds. Keep them 1" apart and avoid making peaks but if you do get peaks, wet finger tips lightly with water and smooth them out.

6. Bake at 425˚F for 10 minutes in the center of the oven. Without opening oven, reduce temp to 325˚F and, bake 20-22 min longer or until golden brown on top. Transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

7. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups heavy cream, 4 Tbsp sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Beat on medium-high speed until fluffy with stiff peaks (2 min). Transfer to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.

8. Once cream puffs are completely cooled, fill them with cream. Cut off tops of puffs and pipe cream inside using a pastry bag. Dust with powdered sugar and serve.