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Fluffy Cinnamon Roll Cream Puffs: Easy Spiced Swirl Dessert Recipe

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These Fluffy Cinnamon Roll Cream Puffs combine airy choux pastry shells with a creamy cinnamon-vanilla filling and a glossy spiced swirl topping. They’re a comforting, crowd-pleasing dessert that’s perfect for brunches, parties, or cozy evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 cup (240ml) water
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar (for topping)
  • 1 tbsp milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for topping)
  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside a wire rack for cooling.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine butter, water, and salt. Bring just to a boil over medium heat.
  3. Add flour all at once and stir rapidly with a wooden spoon until a dough forms and pulls away from the sides. Cook for 1-2 minutes more, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
  4. Let dough cool for 2-3 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until dough is smooth and shiny.
  5. Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip (or use a zip-top bag). Pipe 12 mounds, about 2 inches wide and 1 inch high, spaced 2 inches apart. Smooth peaks with a wet finger.
  6. Bake for 25-28 minutes, until golden brown and puffed. Do not open the oven early.
  7. Remove from oven and immediately transfer to a wire rack. Pierce each puff with a toothpick or sharp knife to release steam. Let cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  8. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon; beat until combined.
  9. Add cold heavy cream and a pinch of salt. Whip with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form (about 2-3 minutes).
  10. Slice cooled puffs in half horizontally. Pipe or spoon cream filling onto the bottom half, then replace the top.
  11. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg (optional), and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.
  12. Drizzle spiced swirl topping over filled cream puffs. Let set for 5-10 minutes so glaze firms up. Serve immediately.

Notes

For gluten-free or vegan adaptations, substitute flour and dairy ingredients as needed. Do not open the oven early to prevent collapse. Cream filling and shells can be made ahead; assemble and drizzle topping just before serving. For best results, whip cream cold and use room temperature cream cheese.

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