Matcha Tiramisu with 50/50

Light. Airy. Coffee-Infused. Pure Indulgence in Every Bite.

Delicate. Creamy. Coffee Perfection. These Coffee Cream Puffs are choux pastry shells filled with a luscious coffee cream — elegant enough for a dinner party, irresistible enough to eat straight from the tray. ☕✨

Ingredients

For the Choux Pastry

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 large eggs

For the Coffee Cream Filling

• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp instant espresso powder or strong coffee (cooled)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese (optional, for richness)

For the Coffee Glaze (Optional)

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1–2 tsp strong brewed coffee
• 1/2 tsp cocoa powder (optional)

How to Make It

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a saucepan, bring water, butter, brown sugar, and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a dough forms.
3. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating until smooth and glossy.
4. Pipe or spoon dough into 12 mounds on prepared sheet.
5. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden and puffed. Turn off oven and leave door slightly open 5 minutes before removing.
6. Cool completely on a wire rack.
7. For filling: Whip cream, powdered sugar, espresso, vanilla, and mascarpone until soft peaks form.
8. Pipe or spoon coffee cream into cooled puffs.
9. For glaze: Mix powdered sugar, coffee, and cocoa until smooth. Drizzle over puffs. Let set.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Dr. Kesha's Tip: Chill the filling and the puffs before assembling for the best texture and stability.

Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Cool Time: 30 minutes | Makes: 12 cream puffs