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Nun’s Puffs

Delightful Nun’s Puffs: Whimsical Creamy Cloud Treats

Nun's Puffs are delightful, cloud-like pastries that are easy to make and offer a customizable filling for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 puffs
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup whole milk Provides moisture and richness; substitute with almond milk for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Adds richness and flavor; can use salted butter.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Main structure builder for the puffs; gluten-free flour can be used with a binding agent.
  • 4 large eggs Provide structure; room temperature is essential.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor; substitute with almond extract for a different profile.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese Primary filling; Greek yogurt can be used as a lighter alternative.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the filling; can reduce for a less sweet version.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Piping bag
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Nun’s Puffs
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of whole milk and 1/2 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat until melted. Add 1 cup of all-purpose flour, stirring until a ball forms.
  3. Remove from heat, cool for 2 minutes, then gradually add 4 large eggs, mixing well until smooth.
  4. Transfer to a piping bag and pipe golf ball-sized mounds onto the baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, avoiding opening the oven for the first 15 minutes.
  6. Prepare the filling by beating together 8 oz of softened cream cheese and 1 cup of powdered sugar until fluffy; optionally add 1 tsp of vanilla extract.
  7. Once cooled, slice each puff open and fill with the creamy mixture; dust lightly with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1puffCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store unfilled puffs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; filled puffs should be refrigerated and consumed quickly.

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