Homemade cream puff wreaths with vanilla cream and glaze – a traditional recipe like grandma's

Name: Homemade cream puff wreaths with vanilla cream and glaze – a traditional recipe like grandma's
Prep time: 90 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 20
Ingredients: 750 ml water; 1 block of Hera (250 g); a pinch of salt; 400 g sifted all-purpose flour; 8 eggs; 1 packet of vanilla pudding; 500 ml milk; 150 g butter; 80–100 g powdered sugar; 140 g Omega; 4 tablespoons milk; a little rum (to taste); 250 g sifted powdered sugar

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20 portions
90 minutes

Jan, 21. 12. 2025

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The best recipe for moist choux pastry, a delicate creamy filling and a classic rum glaze

Cream puff wreaths made from choux pastry are among the most popular desserts of Czech confectionery. The delicate pastry, light vanilla cream and glossy glaze form a perfect combination that never fails. This recipe is based on the traditional homemade version we remember from childhood — without unnecessary ingredients, just honest flavor and a bit of patience. It is suitable for festive occasions as well as for afternoon coffee.

For 20 portions

Ingredients

For the dough:

750 ml water
1 block of Hera (250 g)
a pinch of salt
400 g sifted all-purpose flour
8 eggs

For the cream:

1 packet of vanilla pudding
500 ml milk
150 g butter
80–100 g powdered sugar

For the glaze:

140 g Omega
4 tablespoons milk
a little rum (to taste)
250 g sifted powdered sugar

Preparation procedure

Choux pastry Pour the water into a pot, add the Hera and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil so the fat completely melts. Add the flour and stir vigorously until the dough separates from the sides and forms a smooth mass. Let cool completely. Gradually beat the eggs into the cold dough – one at a time – until a smooth, semi-soft dough forms.
Shaping and baking Transfer the prepared dough into a piping bag fitted with a decorative tip. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, form the wreaths. Bake in a preheated oven at 200 °C for about 30 minutes. Do not open the oven during baking, otherwise the wreaths will collapse. Let cool.
Cream filling Cook a classic vanilla pudding in milk and let it cool. Meanwhile, whip the butter with powdered sugar until fluffy and gradually add the cooled pudding. You will get a smooth cream.
Glaze Gently heat the Omega, milk and rum over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the powdered sugar. Stir until smooth.
Assembling the wreaths Slice the wreaths, fill with the prepared cream and close. Brush the top with the glaze or gently pour it over with a spoon.

Total preparation time: approx. 90 minutes

Servings: approx. 20 cream puff wreaths

Conclusion

Homemade cream puff wreaths are a symbol of honest Czech confectionery. When you make them yourself, you know exactly what you’re eating — and the result is worth it. The light dough, delicate cream and bold glaze create a harmony of flavors that never disappoints. Try this recipe and delight your family and guests.