Fluffy choux pastry stuffed with rich coffee mousse? Yes, please. The crisp shell gives way to a silky, espresso-infused filling that’ll ruin basic éclairs forever. Every bite delivers the perfect mix of airy, crunchy, and creamy. It looks fancy, but trust me—it’s easier than explaining why you spent $7 on a coffee. Make a batch, impress your guests, and pretend you’re a professional pastry chef.
Coffee Mousse-filled Choux Pastry
Crisp, golden choux pastry filled with luscious coffee mousse for a sophisticated yet effortless dessert.
Ingredients
For the Choux Pastry
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
For the Coffee Mousse Filling
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp instant espresso dissolved in 1 tbsp hot water
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp gelatin bloomed in 1 tbsp cold water
Instructions
Make the Choux Pastry
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat water, milk, butter, and sugar in a saucepan until butter melts.
- Add flour and stir until it forms a dough ball.
- Remove from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Beat in eggs, one at a time, until smooth.
- Pipe small rounds onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.
- Let them cool completely before filling.
Prepare the Coffee Mousse
- Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Stir in dissolved espresso and vanilla extract.
- Melt bloomed gelatin and gently fold it into the mixture.
- Chill for 30 minutes.
Assemble the Pastry
- Slice choux pastries in half.
- Pipe coffee mousse into each pastry.
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 290
- Total Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 5%
- Iron: 6%
- Potassium: 4%
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Magnesium: 3%
