Vanilla Pudding Poppers

Vanilla Pudding Poppers

Ingredients

For the Poppers:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 cup water 💧

• ½ cup unsalted butter 🧈

• 1 tbsp sugar

• ¼ tsp salt 🧂

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• 4 large eggs 🥚

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Vanilla Pudding Filling:

• 2 cups whole milk 🥛

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 2 tbsp cornstarch

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• 2 egg yolks 🥚

• 1 tbsp unsalted butter 🧈

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Garnish:

• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

• Melted chocolate or caramel drizzle 🍫

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Instructions

Prepare the Poppers:

1. In a saucepan, bring water, butter, sugar, and salt to a boil.

2. Reduce heat and stir in flour. Mix vigorously until the dough pulls away from the sides.

3. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add eggs one at a time, stirring until smooth.

4. Transfer the dough to a piping bag and pipe small rounds onto a baking sheet.

5. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

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Make the Vanilla Pudding Filling:

6. In a saucepan, whisk milk, sugar, and cornstarch over medium heat until thickened.

7. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks, then slowly add hot milk mixture while stirring.

8. Return to heat, cook for 2 more minutes, then remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla.

9. Let pudding cool, then transfer to a piping bag.

Assemble the Poppers:

10. Use a small knife to make a hole in each popper, then pipe in the vanilla pudding.

11. Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with melted chocolate or caramel.

Enjoy!

12. Serve fresh and enjoy these delightful, creamy vanilla pudding poppers! 😋🍮✨

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