Dreamy Eggnog Cream Puffs Holiday Delight Recipe

Introduction

These Dreamy Eggnog Cream Puffs are a festive treat perfect for holiday gatherings. Fluffy pastry shells filled with a rich, spiced eggnog cream create a delightful balance of flavors that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup butter, cubed
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
• 1/4 cup eggnog
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Additional confectioners’ sugar for dusting

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease baking sheets or line them with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a large saucepan, bring water, cubed butter, and salt to a rolling boil.
3. Step 3: Add the flour all at once, then stir in the 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg. Stir vigorously until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan.
4. Step 4: Remove the pan from heat and let the dough rest for 5 minutes.
5. Step 5: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until the dough is smooth and glossy.
6. Step 6: Drop the dough by rounded tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
7. Step 7: Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the cream puffs are firm, deeply golden, and fully set.
8. Step 8: Immediately pierce each puff with a knife tip to release steam, then cool completely on a wire rack.
9. Step 9: To make the filling, beat heavy cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners’ sugar, eggnog, vanilla extract, and 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg. Beat until soft peaks form.
10. Step 10: Cut the top third off each cream puff. Spoon or pipe the eggnog whipped cream into the puffs and replace the tops.
11. Step 11: Dust with additional confectioners’ sugar and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

• Use chilled eggs for easier mixing and better dough consistency.
• For a boozy twist, add a tablespoon of rum or bourbon to the filling.
• Serve with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for extra holiday flair.

Storage

Keep filled cream puffs refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For best texture, fill the puffs just before serving. Leftover unfilled puffs can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days and reheated in a warm oven before filling.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the cream puffs ahead of time?

You can bake the puffs a day ahead and store them unfilled at room temperature. Fill them with the eggnog cream just before serving to keep them fresh and crisp.

What if I don’t have eggnog?

You can substitute eggnog with an equal amount of milk or cream combined with a pinch of ground nutmeg and a little sugar for a similar flavor.

Dreamy Eggnog Cream Puffs Holiday Delight Recipe

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These Dreamy Eggnog Cream Puffs are a festive holiday treat featuring light and airy choux pastry shells filled with a luscious, spiced eggnog whipped cream. Perfectly golden and delicately flavored with nutmeg and vanilla, these cream puffs bring a seasonal twist to a classic dessert that’s sure to impress at any gathering.

• Author: Leo
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Yield: 12 cream puffs 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Choux Pastry

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup butter, cubed
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 4 large eggs, room temperature

Eggnog Whipped Cream Filling

• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
• 1/4 cup eggnog
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

For Garnish

• Additional confectioners’ sugar for dusting

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare baking sheets by greasing them or lining with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
2. Boil Mixture: In a large saucepan, combine water, cubed butter, and salt. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium heat.
3. Add Flour and Nutmeg: Once boiling, add the flour all at once, then sprinkle in the ground nutmeg. Stir vigorously using a wooden spoon or spatula until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan and forms a smooth dough.
4. Cool Dough: Remove the pan from heat and let the dough rest for 5 minutes to cool slightly, preparing it for egg incorporation.
5. Incorporate Eggs: Add eggs one at a time to the dough, beating well after each addition until fully combined. Continue mixing until the dough becomes smooth, glossy, and elastic.
6. Shape Puffs: Using a spoon, drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart to allow room for expansion.
7. Bake: Bake the puffs in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes until they are firm, deeply golden brown, and fully set inside.
8. Release Steam and Cool: As soon as the cream puffs come out of the oven, pierce each one with a knife tip to release steam and prevent sogginess. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until it begins to thicken. Gradually add confectioners’ sugar, eggnog, vanilla extract, and ground nutmeg. Continue beating until soft peaks form, creating a rich eggnog-flavored whipped cream.
10. Fill Cream Puffs: Cut the top third off each cooled cream puff. Spoon or pipe the eggnog whipped cream filling into the hollow center of each puff, then replace the tops.
11. Serve: Dust the filled cream puffs with additional confectioners’ sugar for a festive finish. Serve immediately to enjoy their crisp texture and creamy filling.

Notes

• Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better incorporation into the dough.
• Piercing the puffs immediately after baking releases steam and helps maintain their crispiness.
• Use fresh nutmeg for the best flavor impact in both dough and filling.
• These cream puffs are best enjoyed the same day they are made to preserve texture and freshness.
• Eggnog can be substituted with a mixture of heavy cream and a splash of rum or brandy for an adult twist.

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