Description
Nun’s Puffs are light, airy baked pastries made from a simple choux-like dough. These golden, puffed treats are slightly sweetened and served warm with honey, whipped cream, or fresh fruit, making them a delightful breakfast or dessert option.
Ingredients
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For the Dough
- 1 stick butter (½ cup)
- 1 cup milk
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs
- ½–1 Tablespoon sugar (optional)
For Serving
- Sugar for sprinkling
- Honey for serving
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Fresh fruit (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and thoroughly grease a muffin pan to prevent sticking.
- Melt Butter and Heat Milk: In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, then add the milk and bring the mixture to a low boil.
- Add Flour: Quickly add the flour all at once, stirring vigorously until the dough forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Cool Dough: Let the dough cool for about 5 minutes to prevent the eggs from cooking when added.
- Incorporate Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the dough becomes smooth and shiny.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the dough evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle the tops with sugar if using.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the puffs are golden brown and have puffed up beautifully.
- Serve: Serve the Nun’s Puffs warm with honey drizzled on top, alongside whipped cream or fresh fruit as desired.
Notes
- For a less sweet version, omit the optional added sugar in the dough and topping.
- Ensure the dough is cooled before adding eggs to avoid scrambling them.
- Use fresh eggs for best texture and rise.
- Serve immediately for maximum puffiness; they may deflate as they cool.
- Variations can include adding vanilla extract or cinnamon to the dough for extra flavor.
