Prepare the Dough:
In a saucepan, bring the water, butter, and vanilla extract to a boil.
Add the flour and stir constantly until the mixture leaves the sides of the pot and forms a ball.
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing until the dough is smooth and well combined.
Form and Cook the Cream Puffs:
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Drop the dough by tablespoons onto parchment paper, forming about 8 large mounds.
Place the parchment paper with the dough mounds into the air fryer basket.
Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed. (Cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer model.)
Cool the Puffs:
Once done, poke each puff with a toothpick to release steam.
Return the puffs to the air fryer with the door slightly ajar (or remove the basket from the air fryer and let them cool in a slightly open space) to prevent them from deflating.
Prepare the Filling:
In a mixer, beat the heavy cream, instant vanilla pudding, and milk together until thick and creamy.
Assemble the Cream Puffs:
Slice each puff in half and pipe or scoop in Mom’s filling.
Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate.
Enjoy your delicious air fryer cream puffs!
Nutriton info
Calories: 4372
Fat: 291g
Saturated Fat: 174g
Cholesterol: 1645mg
Sodium: 1080mg
Carbohydrates: 209g
Protein: 49g
Per Cream Puff (1 of 8):
Calories: 546
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Cholesterol: 206mg
Sodium: 135mg
Carbohydrates: 26g
Protein: 6g
Notes:
This is an estimate and nutritional values can vary based on specific brands and measurements used.
Additional toppings like powdered sugar or melted chocolate will increase the calorie count and other nutritional values accordingly.
For a more precise calculation, consider using a nutrition calculator with the exact brands and amounts you use.
