Windbeutel
Windbeutel, often called a German cream puff, is a light, airy pastry made from choux dough that is baked until golden and hollow inside. It is typically filled with a sweetened whipped cream, custard, or a combination of both, and sometimes dusted with powdered sugar. Originating in Germany and Austria, it is a beloved treat in European bakeries and a popular dessert at celebrations.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Windbeutel is high in carbohydrates and fat due to its butter-rich dough and cream filling, with minimal protein. A single serving (one medium cream puff) contains roughly 250-350 calories, primarily from refined flour and dairy fat.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 IU |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 µg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 µg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Cholesterol | 55 mg |
Per 1 medium Windbeutel (approx. 100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The choux dough used for Windbeutel is unique because it is cooked on the stovetop before baking, creating steam that puffs the pastry into a hollow shell. This technique, shared with French profiteroles, allows the filling to be added just before serving, ensuring a crisp texture.
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