Description
Coconut Caramel Cream Puffs are a tropical delight that will transport your taste buds on an unforgettable journey. These airy pastry shells are filled with rich coconut cream and drizzled with luscious caramel, making every bite a sweet celebration. Perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to festive parties, these treats will impress your guests and bring joy to your kitchen. Experience the bliss of homemade desserts with this easy-to-follow recipe!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter with water over medium heat. Stir in flour until a ball forms and pulls away from the sides.
- Remove from heat; let cool slightly before adding eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
- Pipe small mounds onto prepared sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Cool completely on wire racks.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; fold in coconut milk and sugar.
- Fill cooled puffs with coconut cream using a piping bag, then drizzle with warm caramel sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cream puff (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping coconut cream for whipped cream or adding flavored extracts to the filling. Toasted coconut flakes can provide extra texture and crunch.