Description
Delightful Nuns Puffs bring French pastry magic to home kitchens with their cloud-like texture and buttery charm. Sweet memories and golden-brown perfection wait on your plate, inviting you to savor each delicate, heavenly bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 eggs
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 stick butter (1/2 cup)
Sweeteners:
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- Sugar for sprinkling
- Honey for serving
Optional Toppings:
- Whipped cream
- Fruit
Instructions
- Prepare a muffin tin by generously coating with butter or cooking spray, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then gradually incorporate milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Swiftly introduce flour into the liquid, stirring energetically until the mixture transforms into a cohesive, smooth dough ball that pulls away from the pan’s sides.
- Allow the dough to rest and cool for approximately 5 minutes, which helps stabilize its structure.
- Incorporate eggs individually, vigorously mixing after each addition to create a smooth, glossy texture that maintains the dough’s integrity.
- Carefully distribute the prepared dough evenly across the muffin cups, ensuring uniform portions.
- Generously dust the surface of each puff with granulated sugar, creating a delicate, sweet crust.
- Position the muffin tin in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven and bake for 30 minutes until the puffs achieve a golden-brown color and rise dramatically.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly, then serve immediately while warm, accompanied by honey, whipped cream, or fresh seasonal fruits for an indulgent presentation.
Notes
- Ensure butter and milk are at room temperature for smoother dough consistency and better incorporation of ingredients.
- Stir flour mixture vigorously to prevent lumps and create a smooth, elastic texture that guarantees perfect puffiness.
- For gluten-free version, replace wheat flour with almond or rice flour, maintaining the same measurement for a lighter alternative.
- Experiment with savory variations by adding herbs like chives or grated cheese to the dough for a delightful twist on the classic sweet recipe.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg