Imagine a delicate pastry that transports you to a sophisticated Parisian café with every heavenly bite. These Raspberry Earl Grey Cream Puffs are not just a dessert; they're an experience that marries the delicate floral notes of Earl Grey tea with the vibrant sweetness of fresh raspberries, all nestled in a cloud-like choux pastry. Whether you're looking to impress guests or treat yourself to a luxurious culinary adventure, this recipe promises to elevate your dessert game from ordinary to extraordinary.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon Earl Grey tea leaves
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Earl Grey cream filling by steeping tea leaves in warm heavy cream for 15 minutes, then strain and chill the infused cream completely.
- For the choux pastry, combine water and butter in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium-high until butter melts and mixture comes to a rolling boil.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in flour all at once, mixing vigorously with a wooden spoon until a smooth dough forms and pulls away from the pan's sides.
- Return pan to low heat and continue stirring for 1-2 minutes to dry out the dough, which helps create a crisp exterior.
- Transfer dough to a mixing bowl and let cool for 5 minutes. Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Pipe or spoon dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets in 2-inch rounds, leaving space between each puff.
- Bake in a preheated 425°F oven for 20 minutes, until puffs are golden brown and puffy. Allow to cool completely.
- Whip the Earl Grey-infused cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Carefully slice cooled puffs horizontally and fill with Earl Grey cream and fresh raspberries.
- Dust with additional powdered sugar and garnish with whole raspberries before serving.
Tips
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better incorporation, especially when adding eggs to the choux pastry.
- When steeping the Earl Grey tea in cream, use high-quality loose-leaf tea for the most robust flavor.
- Be precise with your dough consistency - it should be smooth and pull away cleanly from the pan.
- Pipe your puffs evenly for consistent baking and a professional look.
- Allow puffs to cool completely before filling to prevent soggy pastry.
- For extra elegance, use a piping bag with a star tip when filling the cream puffs.
- Store assembled cream puffs in the refrigerator and consume within 24 hours for optimal taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 120mg
