Irresistible Cream and Berry-Filled Pastry Balls

Ingredients

For the Pastry:

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

For the Filling:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

For the Glaze (optional):

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk
  • Fresh berries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the Pastry:
    • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
    • In a saucepan, combine water and butter. Bring to a boil.
    • Remove from heat and stir in the flour and salt until a dough forms. Let it cool for a few minutes.
    • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth.
  2. Pipe the Pastry Balls:
    • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a piping bag or a spoon to drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
    • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and puffed. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let them cool inside for about 10 minutes to prevent collapse.
  3. Make the Cream Filling:
    • In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  4. Fill the Pastry Balls:
    • Once the pastry balls have cooled completely, use a small knife to make a hole in the bottom of each. Pipe or spoon in the whipped cream and add a few mixed berries.
  5. Make the Glaze (Optional):
    • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the filled pastry balls.
  6. Serve:
    • Garnish with additional fresh berries and serve immediately.

Tips

  • You can customize the filling with your favorite berries or even add a bit of lemon zest for extra flavor.
  • These pastry balls are best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for a short time.

Enjoy your delicious cream and berry-filled pastry balls! Let me know if you have any questions or need more ideas!

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