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Peanut Butter & Chocolate Cream Puffs

Peanut Butter & Chocolate Cream Puffs
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Peanut Butter & Chocolate Cream Puffs are a light and decadent dessert combining airy pâte à choux shells with a creamy peanut butter and cream cheese filling, topped with a smooth semi-sweet chocolate glaze. This recipe is easy to master and perfect for any occasion, balancing nutty richness with chocolate sweetness in every bite.

Ingredients

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Pâte à Choux Dough

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Peanut Butter Filling

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped

Chocolate Glaze

  • 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pâte à Choux: Heat water and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until melted and boiling. Remove from heat immediately and stir in the flour vigorously until a smooth dough forms that pulls away from the pan. Return to low heat for about 1 minute to dry the dough slightly.
  2. Incorporate the Eggs: Transfer dough to a mixing bowl. Beat in eggs one at a time until fully incorporated and the dough is glossy, slightly sticky, but smooth enough to pipe. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Pipe and Bake the Shells: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Using a piping bag with a round tip, pipe small rounds onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden, puffed, and hollow inside. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  4. Make the Peanut Butter Filling: In a bowl, whip cream cheese and peanut butter until fluffy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing well. Gently fold in the whipped heavy cream until smooth and airy.
  5. Fill the Cream Puffs: Slice cooled shells horizontally or make a small hole in the bottom. Pipe or spoon the peanut butter filling generously into each shell.
  6. Prepare and Apply the Chocolate Glaze: Melt semi-sweet chocolate with heavy cream using a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth and glossy. Dip the tops of filled cream puffs into the glaze or drizzle over them. Allow the glaze to set before serving.

Notes

  • Bake shells on the day you plan to use them to keep crispness.
  • Use a piping template or measure puffs for even baking and presentation.
  • Cook dough after adding flour to remove excess moisture for perfect puffing.
  • Keep filling chilled before piping to maintain structure and prevent leaking.
  • Use a sharp knife to cleanly slice puffs in half without cracking shells.

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Keywords: Peanut butter, chocolate, cream puffs, French pastry, dessert, party dessert, easy baking

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