These Strawberry Cream Puffs are a light, dreamy dessert that blends flaky pastry, sweet whipped cream, and fresh strawberries into a bite-sized indulgence. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, brunches, or afternoon tea, they’re just as beautiful as they are delicious.
🍓 Why You’ll Love These Strawberry Cream Puffs
With their crisp, golden shells and creamy, fruity filling, these puffs strike the perfect balance between elegance and comfort. They’re easy to assemble, customizable in shape, and finished with pretty touches like powdered sugar and chocolate drizzle.
🥐 What You’ll Need
For the Pastry Shells:
- 400g puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
For the Strawberry Cream Filling:
- 100g fresh strawberries, sliced or chopped
- 100ml sweetened whipping cream
(whip with a few tablespoons of icing sugar) - 1 tbsp white cocoa syrup
(optional, but adds richness and flavor)
Additional Fillings & Garnishes:
- 8 teaspoons strawberry jam
- Icing sugar, for dusting
- Melted chocolate, for drizzling
🧁 How to Make Strawberry Cream Puffs
1. Prepare the Pastry:
Cut shapes from the puff pastry — hearts for a festive twist or simple rectangles for classic cream puffs.
💡 Tip: If using rectangles, use only half the pastry. If making hearts, use all 400g.
2. Bake:
Brush the pastry with egg wash and bake until puffed and golden brown. Let them cool completely.
3. Slice & Fill:
Once cooled, slice each puff open horizontally to create a top and bottom half.
4. Add Jam & Cream:
Spoon a teaspoon of strawberry jam onto the bottom half of each pastry.
In a bowl, mix the sweetened whipped cream with white cocoa syrup. Pipe the cream over the jam.
5. Top with Fresh Strawberries:
Add a few slices of fresh strawberry on top of the cream.
6. Assemble & Decorate:
Place the top pastry piece over the filling to create a sandwich. Dust with icing sugar and drizzle with melted chocolate for an elegant finish.
🍓 Tips & Tricks
- Chill the cream before whipping to help it hold its shape.
- Make ahead: You can bake the pastry shells a day in advance. Assemble just before serving for best texture.
- Flavor variations: Swap strawberry jam for raspberry or add a hint of lemon zest to the whipped cream for brightness.
📌 Serving Ideas
Serve these cream puffs on a tiered cake stand with a side of coffee or tea. They also make a beautiful addition to dessert tables at bridal showers or holiday brunches.
📋 Recipe Summary
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: ~8 cream puffs (depending on size)
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: European-inspired