Cream Puff Shell Recipe

Directions for Cream Puff Shells

1. 1

   Prepare the Dough

   In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add Flour

   Once boiling, add the flour all at once and stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.

3. 3

   Cool the Mixture

   Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the dough to cool for about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Incorporate Eggs

   Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.

5. 5

   Preheat Oven

   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

6. 6

   Pipe the Shells

   Using a piping bag, pipe the dough into small mounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

7. 7

   Bake

   Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Do not open the oven door while baking.

8. 8

   Cool and Serve

   Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before filling with cream or your desired filling.