Simply Sweet Dream Puffs: Cream Puffs, Eclairs and Profiteroles Recipes (2024)

Published by Melissa on October 6, 2015 | Updated October 10, 2020 | 29 Comments

My e-cookbook, Simply Sweet Dream Puffs, is available to download!

The recipes are all easy-to-make and scrumptious! You’ll be amazed at all the ways you can change up cream puffs, eclairs and profiteroles (ice cream filled cream puffs.)

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You can download the e-book from Amazon. Amazon has a Kindle app that you can use to read e-books on almost any device, including phones, laptops and desktop computers.

It’s also available on Barnes and Noble if you’re a Nook user, and other online book outlets.

If you haven’t made cream puffs before, I’ve created a How to Make Cream Puffs Video to show you how easy they are to make.

I’ve also createdtemplatestohelp you pipe them just the right size. And an eclair video to show you how to pipe, filled and decorate eclairs. Have fun!

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Oxmoor House, a division of Time Magazine, is my publisher. Dream Puffs is part of their Simply Sweet series of cookbooks. They had a talented team that created a beautiful cookbook. This cookbook has been a labor of love, and I’m so happy to share it with you.

A big thank you to my wonderful editor, Allison Cox Vasquez, creativegraphic designer, Maribeth Jones, fabulous photographer, Helene Dujardin, and her whole team that made the desserts and styled the food and photographs for the gorgeous pictures in the cookbook.

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Thank you to everyone for your encouragement and support, and to my test tasters for their honest feedback and help in perfecting the recipes.

The cookbook is only available as an e-book.

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As of June 2022 Melissa Griffiths now is the one adding recipes. So think of it as Barbara Bakes, and Melissa too! Melissa and Barbara have been blogging friends for over 10 years and when Barbara was ready to retire and spend more time with her family, Melissa took over the site. Read more...

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Lisa Gaida
February 03, 2017 at 8:13 am

This book looks amazing! My little baker is 11 years old and she loves to bake. She opens her bakery at the foot of our driveway every summer and is always looking for something new to challange her baking skills. Pate a choux is something she’s been interested in trying, this book looks right up her alley. She is desperate to have this in book form. Please sign her up for a paperback or hard cover version.
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- Barbara Schieving
  February 03, 2017 at 8:17 am
  
  Hi Lisa – how cute. I’m sorry it doesn’t look like it will be available in paperback or hard cover. You can download the Kindle app for almost any device and purchase the ebook. I’m sure she’ll be surprised just how easy pate a choux is to make. Facebook or Instagram a picture of her with her stand and goodies. I’d love to see it.
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Sherry McMullen
February 11, 2016 at 2:57 am

Please add me to the list of a “real” book! I’ve tried the ebook, but much prefer a hard copy. They are much more comfortable to curl up with with a cup of tea. I do hope your publisher will listen to the demand for a hard copy of your book, Simply Dream Puffs
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Lori
October 26, 2015 at 4:32 pm

Hi Barbara and congratulations on your first book, which by the way I just purchased. I have never made a cream puff but they are one of most favorite desserts! Now I will try and make them as beautiful as yours.
I also want to say that I follow a lot of food blogs and I am most impressed with yours. I can back again and again to see what you have made. Your breads are so incredible, in fact all of your posts are so professional looking. I can tell you have put a lot of thought into your blog design and in what you make. Thanks!
Congrats again. I will let you know how my first batch of cream puffs turn out!
Lori
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- Barbara Schieving
  October 26, 2015 at 4:43 pm
  
  Thanks Lori!! That’s so nice of you to take the time to let me know. I hope you love the cookbook. Be sure and watch the video https://www.barbarabakes.com/how-to-make-cream-puffs-video-and-easy-step-by-step-photos-and-instructions/ and use the templates https://www.barbarabakes.com/pate-a-choux-templates-for-cream-puffs-and-eclairs/ and you’ll be surprised just how easy they are.
  Have fun baking!
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Amanda (@lambsearshoney)
October 18, 2015 at 4:18 pm

I’ve just seen one of your recipes from the book on another site and can’t wait to download it on to my Kindle. I’ve never made choux pastry before, but will certainly be giving it a go now – thanks for the beautiful inspiration!
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- Barbara Schieving
  October 18, 2015 at 4:26 pm
  
  Thanks so much Amanda! I’m sure you’ll be surprised how easy it is to make. Have fun!
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Karen Petersen
October 17, 2015 at 8:38 pm

YUM! This looks so beautiful. Congrats Barbara!
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- Barbara Schieving
  October 18, 2015 at 4:35 pm
  
  Thanks so much Karen! It really is such a pretty cookbook. The designer and photographer did a great job.
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Annamaria @ Bakewell Junction
October 13, 2015 at 9:50 pm
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Barbara,
Congratulations! You work so hard, this is well deserved.
Annamaria
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- Barbara Schieving
  October 18, 2015 at 4:35 pm
  
  Thanks Annamaria – that’s so nice!
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Erin M.
October 09, 2015 at 12:06 pm

Congratulations!!! How exciting!
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- Barbara Schieving
  October 18, 2015 at 4:36 pm
  
  Thanks Erin! It really has been exciting.
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Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella
October 08, 2015 at 2:09 am

A huge congratulations mum!! I’m so happy for you and I can’t wait to make something from it! The book is so gorgeous and it’s clear how much love and work you’ve put into it! xxx
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- Barbara Schieving
  October 18, 2015 at 4:36 pm
  
  Big hugs! Thanks so much for sharing it with your readers. I’m glad you loved it.
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KalynsKitchen
October 07, 2015 at 6:45 pm

Congratulations, what a beautiful book!
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- Barbara Schieving
  October 18, 2015 at 4:36 pm
  
  Thanks Kalyn!
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Renee J. (RJFlamingo)
October 07, 2015 at 7:07 am

Thrilled for you, Barbara! Looks gorgeous and well, nothing’s better than a puff! xox
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- Barbara Schieving
  October 18, 2015 at 4:37 pm
  
  I couldn’t agree more. Thanks so much Renee!
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Adri
October 06, 2015 at 2:36 pm

Congratulations! This is terrific news. I wish you all the best with your book! What could be better than cream puffs!
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- Barbara Schieving
  October 18, 2015 at 4:38 pm
  
  Not much better than a cream puff 🙂 Thanks Adri!!
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Carol
October 06, 2015 at 1:03 pm

Sending you a big hug and many many congratulations on your wonderful book! I can’t imagine the hours and hours it took to create all of these wonderful recipes.
I just know this book is going to sell like crazy….
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- Barbara Schieving
  October 06, 2015 at 1:35 pm
  
  Thanks so much Carol! I worked on it for over 2 years and had so much fun creating all the luscious recipes.
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Karen
October 06, 2015 at 11:20 am

Congratulations. I too wish this was a paperback or hardcover book. I do not own a kindle, nor do I like the idea of downloading it to my computer. My computer is in another part of the house not near the kitchen, whereas having a book to read and reference is ideal for me. I do not like to just print a recipe because it often gets lost and forgotten. This book looks wonderful and I thought it was going to be in paperback. Maybe your publisher can re-do in another format if there are enough inquiries.
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- Barbara Schieving
  October 06, 2015 at 1:33 pm
  
  Thanks Karen – it really is a wonderful book! I understand it’s hard to get use to a new way of doing things. Actually, one of the benefits of an e-book is it doesn’t get lost. If you get a new computer or tablet that you want to read the book on, you can download it again to the new device and the book never gets misplaced.
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Ginny McMeans
October 06, 2015 at 8:59 am

You e-book looks wonderful! I am very happy for you and congratulations! I am going over to check it out.
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- Barbara Schieving
  October 06, 2015 at 1:30 pm
  
  Thanks Ginny! I’m super proud of it. The recipes really are easy and fun.
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Theresa Mullen
October 06, 2015 at 6:29 am

I really wish this was a paper book. I do not own a Kindle, etc and don’t want to read a book on my phone. Please ask they publish this.
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- Barbara Schieving
  October 06, 2015 at 6:43 am
  
  Thanks Theresa! What’s great is you can download the Kindle app on your desktop or laptop computer so there’s no need to buy a Kindle or read it on your phone. One nice thing about the digital book is the links to other sections of the book. For example when a recipe references a recipe used earlier in the book, you can just click the link and it will take you to that recipe.
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Do you need to refrigerate cream puffs? ›

Yes they do. They can stay out for about 4 hours but then need to be refrigerated. How long will the cream puffs be good for? We usually recommend consuming the cream puffs the same or next day, after 2 days they will start to become soggy, especially if your refrigerator has a lot of humidity in it.

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How do you keep cream puffs from getting soggy? ›

Just simply store them in the an airtight container. Be sure to store them unfilled, as they will go soft quickly once filled. You can also freeze them, filled or unfilled, for several weeks.

What makes cream puffs go flat? ›

There are multiple reasons why cream puffs may deflate. The first cause is undercooking. When preparing dough on the stovetop, be sure to keep cooking and stirring until a film forms on the bottom of the saucepan. Another cause of flat cream puffs is lowering the temperature during baking.

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Do you thaw cream puffs? ›

The label instructs you to remove the amount you'll use and transfer it to a plate to defrost for 30 minutes at room temperature. I bit into one after about 90 minutes to see if they were ready for our test and crunched through icy cream.

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How do you keep puff pastry crisp after baking? ›

Unfilled baked Puff Pastry Shells or Cups may be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To recrisp Puff Pastry shells, place them in a 400° F oven for 5 minutes. Always bake Puff Pastry Cups in a preheated 400° F oven. Do not bake Cups in a microwave or a toaster oven.

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How do you keep profiteroles crisp overnight? ›

Avoid storing pastries in the refrigerator, as this can make them soggy. Instead, store them at room temperature in a pantry or cabinet. If I have pastries with fillings, such as custard or cream, I store them in the refrigerator overnight. However, be sure to wrap them tightly to prevent them from drying out.

Why did my eclairs collapse? ›

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Why are my cream puffs doughy inside? ›

First, the dough is too wet and runny. The dough needs enough flour to give it structure to properly rise and hollow out. The solution is to use enough flour so that the dough is thick enough. Second, your cream puffs or choux pastries may not hollow out because the baking temperature is too low to start.

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What's the difference between profiteroles and cream puffs? ›

Cream Puffs vs. Profiteroles: What's the Difference? The only definite difference between cream puffs and profiteroles is size: Cream puffs are larger. There are a few less strict differences.

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Can cream puffs go bad? ›

The Food Channel shares that cream puffs can be stored in the refrigerator for two to three days in an airtight container. Simply place the cream puffs into the storage container and put them in the fridge.

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What is the proper way to eat a cream puff? In two pieces, or like a hamburger? Cherek takes a page from Dave Schmidt of the Wisconsin Bakers Association, whose technique involves a twist and a scoop, after which you bite it "like it's a giant Ritz cracker full of great Wisconsin cheese."

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If I'm making pastries with a cream cheese filling, do they need to stay refrigerated? - Quora. If I'm making pastries with a cream cheese filling, do they need to stay refrigerated? Yes preferably.

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How do you store cream puffs after a filling? ›

Cream puffs should be cooled completely, allowing the center to dry out a bit, before you fill them. Once filled with any kind of cream filling, they must be stored in the refrigerator.

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Do you eat cream puffs cold? ›

Ultimately, I side with profiteroles are ice cream-filled cream puffs eaten cold whereas, cream puffs can be filled with anything else and eaten warm or at room temperature. Either way you call it, both are still little yummy puffs of bliss!

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