National Cream Puff Day

A cream puff is a pastry that is made from choux pastry dough that is baked until it is light and crispy on the outside, and hollow on the inside. The pastry is typically filled with whipped cream, pastry cream, or ice cream. To make choux pastry dough, butter and water are heated in a saucepan until the butter is melted. Flour is then added to the mixture and stirred until a smooth dough is formed. Eggs are added one at a time, and the mixture is beaten until it is smooth and glossy. The dough is then piped onto a baking sheet in small mounds, and baked until it is puffed and golden brown. Once the pastries have cooled, they are filled with whipped cream or another filling of choice. Cream puffs are a classic French pastry that have been enjoyed for centuries. They are often served as a dessert, and can be garnished with powdered sugar, chocolate sauce, or other toppings.