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A small round white plate with blue trim with four cream puffs filled with cranberry mousse filling on it.
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Cream Puffs with Cranberry Mousse

These deliciously light and airy cream puffs are filled with a light cranberry mousse filling and are dusted with powdered sugar. The perfect festive dessert that is perfect for the holidays or for any occasion.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cranberry Mousse, Cream Puff Recipe, Cream Puffs, Cream Puffs with Cranberry Mousse
Servings: 22 Cream Puffs
Calories: 160kcal
Author: Great Grub, Delicious Treats

Ingredients

Cream Puffs

Cranberry Mousse

Whipping Cream

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

Cream Puffs

  • In a medium saucepan over medium high heat, bring water and butter to a rolling boil.
  • Add flour and salt. Stir until the mixture is combined and forms a ball.
  • Place mixture into a large bowl. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  • After 10 minutes, beat one egg at a time, on low, mixing well after each addition.
  • Using a pastry bag, or drop by tablespoon, onto an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake for 25.-35 minutes until golden brown.

Cranberry Mousse

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, add cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and orange zest.
  • Stir until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens. Set aside to cool completely.

Whipping Cream

  • In a medium bowl, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  • Fold cranberry mixture into whipped cream. Stir to combine.
  • Slice the cream puffs in half. Pipe the mousse filling onto the bottom half of the cream puff.
  • Replace the top of the cream puff and dust with powdered sugar, if desired. Enjoy.

Notes

Nutritional values are approximate.
 
Please note that these values can change with different brands and any modifications made to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 45mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 503IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 0.5mg