Delightful Diabetic Mini Cream Puffs
These Delightful Diabetic Mini Cream Puffs are a guilt-free treat that combines light and airy pastry with a creamy, luscious filling. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without spiking your sugar levels, these puff pastries are made with a rich sugar-free pudding and creamy Cool Whip. Ideal for gatherings or special occasions, this recipe yields 24 delicious puffs that can be enjoyed by everyone, including those watching their sugar intake.
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Servings
31
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
water
1/2 cup (Boil)
salt
1/8 teaspoon (Add to boiling water)
margarine
1/4 cup (Melt in boiling water)
all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (Combine with 2 tablespoons for dough)
all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons (Combine with 1/2 cup for dough)
large eggs
2 (At room temperature)
Cool Whip
8 ounces (For filling)
sugar-free pudding mix
1 package (3.5 ounces) (Prepared according to package directions)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
2
In a saucepan, bring water and salt to a vigorous boil. Add the margarine and stir until completely melted.
3
Remove the saucepan from heat and add the combined 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons of flour all at once, stirring vigorously until the mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
4
Allow the mixture to cool for about 5 minutes. Then, add the eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition until the dough is glossy and smooth.
5
Using a teaspoon or a small cookie scoop, drop the dough onto the prepared cookie sheet, creating 24 evenly spaced mounds.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cream puffs are golden brown and puffed up.
7
Once baked, turn off the oven and make a small slit in the side of each puff with a toothpick to let steam escape, then return them to the oven for an additional 10 minutes. This ensures they stay light and crispy.
8
After cooling completely, carefully slice the tops off each puff using a sharp knife.
9
Prepare the filling by folding the sugar-free pudding mix into the Cool Whip until well combined.
10
Fill each cream puff with the pudding mixture, then replace the tops to complete your mini cream puffs.
11
Serve these delightful treats in groups of three!
Nutrition Information
0.5g
Fat
5.5g
Carbs
1g
Protein
0g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Delightful Diabetic Mini Cream Puffs?
They are a guilt-free dessert featuring light and airy pastry filled with a creamy, sugar-free pudding and Cool Whip mixture.
How many calories are in each mini cream puff?
Each mini cream puff contains approximately 31 calories.
Is this recipe suitable for diabetics?
Yes, the recipe is designed to be diabetic-friendly by using sugar-free pudding and ingredients that keep the sugar content low.
How many cream puffs does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields a total of 24 delicious mini cream puffs.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
How do I prepare the baking sheet for this recipe?
You can either line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or spray it with non-stick cooking spray.
What is the first step in making the pastry dough?
Bring water and salt to a vigorous boil in a saucepan, then stir in the margarine until it is completely melted.
How much flour is required for the dough?
The recipe requires a total of 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
When do I add the flour to the boiling water mixture?
Remove the saucepan from the heat before adding the flour all at once, then stir vigorously until a smooth ball forms.
How long should the dough cool before adding eggs?
The dough mixture should cool for approximately 5 minutes before you begin adding the eggs.
How should the eggs be incorporated into the mixture?
Add the eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition until the dough becomes glossy and smooth.
How do I shape the cream puffs on the cookie sheet?
Using a teaspoon or a small cookie scoop, drop the dough onto the sheet into 24 evenly spaced mounds.
How long do the mini cream puffs bake?
Bake the puffs for 20 minutes, then leave them in the turned-off oven for an additional 10 minutes after making a small slit in each.
Why do I need to make a slit in the side of the puffs?
Making a small slit with a toothpick allows steam to escape, ensuring the puffs stay light and crispy.
What should I do after the puffs have cooled completely?
Carefully slice the tops off each puff using a sharp knife to prepare them for filling.
What are the ingredients for the puff filling?
The filling is made by folding sugar-free pudding mix into 8 ounces of Cool Whip.
How do I combine the filling ingredients?
Fold the sugar-free pudding mix into the Cool Whip until the mixture is well combined.
How are the cream puffs assembled?
Fill each puff with the pudding and Cool Whip mixture and then replace the pastry tops.
What is the recommended serving suggestion?
These mini cream puffs are best served in groups of three.
How much fat is in one mini cream puff?
There is 0.5g of fat per puff.
What is the carbohydrate count per serving?
Each puff contains 5.5g of carbohydrates.
How much protein does each puff provide?
Each mini cream puff contains 1g of protein.
Is there any fiber in this dessert?
This recipe contains 0g of fiber per puff.
What type of flour is recommended?
The recipe specifies using all-purpose flour.
What size of eggs should be used?
The recipe calls for 2 large eggs, preferably at room temperature.
Can I serve these at a party?
Yes, they are ideal for gatherings or special occasions where you want to offer a sugar-free treat.
How many ingredients are needed in total?
The recipe uses 8 specific ingredients to create the puffs and the filling.
What type of pudding mix is required?
One 3.5 ounce package of sugar-free pudding mix should be used.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include dessert, diabetic-friendly, sugar-free, light pastry, and pudding filling.
Does this recipe use real sugar?
No, this recipe uses sugar-free pudding mix to accommodate diabetic dietary needs.