SPICED PEACH PUFFS

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We always made cream puffs for special occasions when I was growing up in our family of seven. Sometimes we used a custard filling, but this version with whipped cream and peaches is the best. -Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h35m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups coarsely chopped fresh or frozen peaches, thawed
Additional confectioners' sugar

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter, nutmeg and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack. Immediately split puffs open; remove tops and set aside. Discard soft dough from inside. Cool puffs., For filling, in a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until stiff peaks form., Just before serving, fill puffs with whipped cream and peaches. Dust with additional confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.