Cream puffs are light, airy pastries made from a dough called choux pastry. This dough is created by cooking flour, water, butter, and eggs together, resulting in a puffy texture when baked. Once baked, the puffs are hollow inside, making them perfect for filling. The filling is typically a sweet mixture, often made from whipped cream, pastry cream, or custard. After the puffs cool, they are filled with the creamy mixture and sometimes topped with powdered sugar or chocolate. Cream puffs are popular in many cultures and are enjoyed as a dessert or treat at celebrations.