Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a saucepan combine water, butter, and salt.
4. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

Step 2: Add the Flour

1. Add the flour all at once.
2. Stir quickly with a wooden spoon.
3. Continue stirring until the dough forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.

Step 3: Add the Eggs

1. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
2. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each egg.
3. The dough should become smooth and glossy.

Step 4: Shape the Puffs

1. Spoon or pipe small mounds of dough onto the baking sheet.
2. Leave about 2 inches of space between them.

Step 5: Bake

1. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
2. Do not open the oven while baking.
3. Let the shells cool completely.

Step 6: Make the Cream Filling

1. In a bowl beat:
   • heavy cream
   • powdered sugar
   • vanilla
2. Beat until soft peaks form.

Step 7: Fill the Cream Puffs

1. Slice each puff in half or poke a hole in the bottom.
2. Fill with whipped cream using a spoon or piping bag.

🍽️ Finishing Touch

Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate.

Serve chilled for the best texture.

✅ Baker’s Tip:
If you want bakery-style cream puffs, fill them with vanilla pastry cream instead of whipped cream for a richer flavor.

If you want, I can also show you:
🍫 Chocolate cream puffs (bakery style)
🍓 Strawberry cream puffs with fresh fruit
👨‍🍳 The famous Costco-style giant cream puffs recipe.