Eggnog Creme Puffs
Eggnog Creme Puffs - A Festive Delight!
Eggnog Creme Puffs are a perfect dessert for the holiday season. These delectable treats are a combination of light and airy choux pastry filled with a rich and creamy eggnog filling. The dish is a perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors that will leave your taste buds craving for more.
Ingredients (Serves 6):
For the Choux Pastry:
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
For the Eggnog Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup eggnog
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Cooking Tips:
- Use room temperature eggs for the choux pastry.
- Make sure to cook the choux pastry dough on low heat to avoid burning.
- Let the pastry cool completely before filling it with the eggnog filling.
Cooking Process:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine water, milk, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
3. Add flour and stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
4. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
5. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the dough is smooth and shiny.
6. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.
7. Pipe the dough onto the prepared baking sheet in small mounds.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
10. In a large bowl, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
11. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggnog, sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
12. Fold the eggnog mixture into the whipped cream until well combined.
13. Cut the cooled choux pastry in half and fill with the eggnog filling.
14. Serve and enjoy!
Appearance and Taste:
Eggnog Creme Puffs are a beautiful golden brown color with a light and airy texture. The filling is rich and creamy with a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors. The dish is a perfect blend of textures and flavors that will leave you wanting more.
Type of Dish: Dessert
Main Ingredients: Choux Pastry, Eggnog Filling, Heavy Cream
