Mary Jane Puffs

Prep: 15 min Cook: 50 min Cuisine: American

Mary Jane Puffs are light, airy pastry shells with a crispy exterior and tender interior, perfect for sweet or savory fillings and suited for parties or elegant desserts.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup flour
  • 4 eggs

Instructions

  1. Heat water and butter to boiling point in a saucepan.
  2. Stir in flour until the mixture forms a ball and leaves the sides of the pan (about 1 minute).
  3. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, until the mixture is smooth and velvety.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto an ungreased baking sheet.
  6. Bake at 400°F for 45 to 50 minutes, until the puffs are dry and golden.
  7. Let cool before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

419 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.3g 9% DV
Total Fat 26.8g 34% DV
Carbs 39.8g 14% DV
Fiber 0.7g 2% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 71.3mg 3% DV
Potassium 161.8mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 0.1mg
Calcium 63.3mg 5% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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