Girl, let me tell you about this absolutely divine afternoon treat that’s been making waves in my kitchen! I’m talking about my Lavender Honey Mascarpone Cream Puffs, and honey, they’re everything you never knew you needed in your life.
Listen, we all deserve a little luxury in our lives, and these cream puffs are basically like having a spa day for your taste buds. They’re fancy enough to make your friends think you spent hours in the kitchen (spoiler alert: you kind of did, but it’s SO worth it!), but not so complicated that you’ll want to throw your mixing bowl across the room.
Here’s what you’ll need, bestie:
For the Choux Pastry:
– 1/2 cup butter
– 1 cup water
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 4 large eggs
– Pinch of salt
– 1 tablespoon sugar
For that heavenly filling:
– 16 oz mascarpone cheese
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 3 tablespoons lavender-infused honey
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Powdered sugar for dusting
Okay, let’s get cooking! First things first, preheat that oven to 400°F. Now, here’s where the magic happens…
1. In a saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Trust me, watch it like a hawk – we’re not trying to create a kitchen disaster here!
1. Remove from heat and dump in all the flour at once (yes, all at once – I’m serious!). Stir like your life depends on it until it forms a smooth ball.
1. Let it cool for about 5 minutes (perfect time to check your Instagram, just saying). Then beat in those eggs one at a time. Your arm might get tired, but consider it your workout for the day!
1. Pipe or spoon little mounds onto a baking sheet. Make them cute – we’re going for Instagram-worthy here!
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1. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. No peeking! Opening the oven door will make them deflate faster than your ex’s ego.
1. While they’re cooling, whip up that divine filling. Mix mascarpone, heavy cream, lavender honey, and vanilla until it’s smooth and fluffy.
1. Once the puffs are completely cool (patience, darling!), slice them in half and fill them with generous dollops of that heavenly cream.
1. Dust with powdered sugar like you’re a fairy godmother sprinkling magic.
The result? Pure bliss in every bite. These cream puffs are perfect for afternoon tea, brunch with the girls, or honestly, just because you deserve something fancy on a random Tuesday!
Let me tell you, whenever I make these, my friends practically beg for the recipe. They’re that good! And the lavender honey gives them this sophisticated twist that’ll have everyone thinking you’re basically a pastry chef.
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Now go forth and create some magic in your kitchen! And remember, calories don’t count when they’re made with love (okay, they do, but these are totally worth it!). XOXO! 💋
