Ingredients
For the Pastry:
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- For the Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- For the Glaze (optional):
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- Fresh berries for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Pastry:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a saucepan, combine water and butter. Bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in the flour and salt until a dough forms. Let it cool for a few minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth.
- Pipe the Pastry Balls:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a piping bag or a spoon to drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and puffed. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let them cool inside for about 10 minutes to prevent collapse.
- Make the Cream Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Fill the Pastry Balls:
- Once the pastry balls have cooled completely, use a small knife to make a hole in the bottom of each. Pipe or spoon in the whipped cream and add a few mixed berries.
- Make the Glaze (Optional):
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the filled pastry balls.
- Serve:
- Garnish with additional fresh berries and serve immediately.
Tips
- You can customize the filling with your favorite berries or even add a bit of lemon zest for extra flavor.
- These pastry balls are best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for a short time.
Enjoy your delicious cream and berry-filled pastry balls! Let me know if you have any questions or need more ideas!