The Saint Joseph’s cream puffs are a traditional Italian dessert typically served on Saint Joseph’s Day, which falls on March 19th. This sweet treat is also known as zeppole di San Giuseppe or Saint Joseph’s fritters. The cream puffs are made from a simple choux pastry filled with creamy vanilla custard and dusted with powdered sugar. Today, we will share with you an easy and delicious recipe for Saint Joseph’s cream puffs.

Ingredients:

For the Pastry:

– 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
– 1/2 cup water
– 1/2 cup whole milk
– 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 4 large eggs

For the Custard:

– 2 cups whole milk
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 4 large egg yolks
– 1/4 cup cornstarch
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Pastry

In a saucepan, combine the butter, water, whole milk, granulated sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the butter is melted, and the mixture comes to a boil.

Add the flour, stirring with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pot. Remove the pot from the heat.

Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat continuously until each egg is fully incorporated. The dough should be smooth and shiny.

Step 2: Fry the Pastry

Heat a deep pot filled with oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Using a tablespoon, scoop out small balls of dough and drop them into the hot oil.

Fry the pastry, turning occasionally, for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove the cream puffs from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

Step 3: Prepare the Custard

In a saucepan, heat the whole milk and 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar over medium heat until it comes to a simmer.

In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, the remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Add half of the hot milk mixture to the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly. Pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture.

Cook the custard over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Remove from heat and let cool for about 10 minutes.

Step 4: Assemble the Cream Puffs

Using a piping bag, fill each cream puff with the custard. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Conclusion:

Saint Joseph’s cream puffs are a classic Italian dessert enjoyed by many on March 19th. This simple recipe takes a bit of effort but the end results are worth the effort. The cream puffs are light and crispy on the outside, with a sweet and creamy custard center. If you’ve never made them before, give this recipe a try and celebrate the delicious flavors of Saint Joseph’s Day.

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