Q: Gluten-free?
A: Yes! Use GF all-purpose flour blend (like Cup4Cup or King Arthur).
Q: Shells collapsed?
A: Oven opened too soon, or underbaked. Dry them out fully!
Q: Cream too thin?
A: Didn’t cook long enough after thickening—must bubble to activate cornstarch.
Q: No piping bag?
A: Use a zip-top bag with corner snipped, or spoon mounds.
❤️ The Heart of the Dessert
Mom’s Famous Cream Puffs aren’t just dessert—they’re a labor of love wrapped in nostalgia. They’re what you make when you want to impress without pretense, or when you need a sweet reminder that joy can be light as air.
So boil that water, whisk that custard, and fill with care. Because the best desserts aren’t flashy—they’re crisp, creamy, and made with love.
“Good food doesn’t need a bakery—it just needs butter, eggs, and someone hungry.” 🥐✨
