10-Minute Vanilla Custard Cream Puffs
Crispy pastry shells stuffed with silky vanilla custard and topped with a snowy glaze—the Polish cream puff that feels fancy but takes barely 10 minutes. No baking required; just assembly and a quick chill.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 340
- Protein
- 5g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Whisk pudding mix with milk in a bowl for 2 minutes until thickened and smooth.
Step 2
Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks in a separate bowl, then fold gently into pudding.
Step 3
Slice each pastry shell in half horizontally. Spoon or pipe 2 tbsp custard into the bottom half.
Step 4
Whisk powdered sugar with water and lemon juice until smooth, pale glaze forms.
Step 5
Sandwich the pastry tops closed, then drizzle glaze over each puff.
Step 6
Chill for at least 5 minutes before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- 2 medium bowls
- whisk
- pastry bag or small spoon
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