Coconut Caramel Cream Puffs

If you really appreciate desserts that look fancy yet are pleasantly easy to make, you have to try those Coconut Caramel Cream Puffs. The little pastries are light and creamy with a caramel drizzle worth its weight in gold against the coconut flavor. I enjoy making these for very special days, yet they are very simple for an indulgent weekend.” These little mouthfuls give off vibes of sugariness mixed with tropical and lots of butter-dripping goodness.

What is Coconut Caramel Cream Puffs All About?

They are airy pastry shells (made from choux dough) filled with creamy coconut custard or whipped filling and drizzled with caramel sauce. This combination of fluffy pastry, sweet coconut cream, and silky caramel creates a perfect balance of textures and flavors. They are elegant little bites, and they are dangerously addictive!

Ingredients

For the Pastry (Choux Dough)

• ½ cup water
• ½ cup milk
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 large eggs
• Pinch of salt

For the Coconut Cream Filling

• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup coconut milk
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup shredded coconut (toasted, optional)

For the Caramel Topping

• ½ cup sugar
• 3 tablespoons butter
• ¼ cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, boil water, milk, butter, and salt before following it up with the addition of flour at once and stirring until the dough comes away from the pan.V
2. Allow the dough to cool slightly before beating in eggs one at a time until they dissolve into the mixture.
3. Make small mounds of dough using a spoon or piping technique onto the baking sheet. Settle for a bake of 20-25 minutes, making sure that they are puffy and golden. Cool completely.
4. For the filling: Combine cream, coconut milk, sugar, and vanilla and whip for stiff peaks. Stir in the shredded coconut.
5. For caramel: In a saucepan, melt sugar until golden. Add butter, then slowly stir in cream until it is all blended and has a smooth finish.
6. Slice puffs in half, fill with coconut cream, and drizzle with caramel before serving.

Storage Tips

• The filled cream puffs may be stored in the fridge for a maximum of 2 days.
• Keep unfilled pastry shells in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or freeze for up to a month.
• Assemble right before serving for the best texture.

Serving Suggestions

• Dust with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
• Dine with fresh fruit like strawberries or mango for a fruity touch.
• Or simply serve with coffee or tea and enjoy the elegant dessert.

Pro Tips and Variations

• A pinch of sea salt will make the salted caramel flavor come to the caramel.
• Use chocolate drizzle instead of caramel for variety.
• Add crushed nuts to the filling for some crunch.
• Make mini cream puffs at parties or buffets.

FAQs

Could I make these beforehand?

Certainly! You can bake the shells earlier, fill, and drizzle just before serving.

Can they be prepared without dairy?

Just replace the heavy cream with coconut cream and use vegan butter when making the pastry.

How will they keep?

Yes, they will need to go into the refrigerator once they are filled with cream.

Is it easy learning to make Coconut Caramel Cream Puffs?

Not at all! It is an easy dough, and the steps are easy if all of them are followed carefully.

Try It!

These are the kind of Coconut Caramel Cream Puffs that make impressions that look like you spent hours in the kitchen. As light, sweet, and really delicious as they can be, you can try them once and want to reproduce them with every gathering. Believe you me, they will fast disappear!