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Gluten-Free Cream Puffs and Eclairs

Light and tasty gluten-free pastries that can be filled with various fillings, perfect for parties or meal prep.

  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream (for filling)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
  • Chocolate or other glaze (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Combine water and butter in a saucepan; bring to a boil.
  3. Add the gluten-free flour and salt, stirring until the mixture forms a ball.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth.
  6. Drop dough onto a baking sheet for cream puffs or pipe into long strips for eclairs.
  7. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes until golden and puffed.
  8. Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla for filling.
  9. Fill puffs or eclairs with cream mixture and drizzle with chocolate glaze if desired.

Notes

For a healthier option, top with fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar. If using a low-fat filling, use Greek yogurt mixed with whipped cream.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: gluten-free, cream puffs, eclairs, dessert, party food