These airy cream puffs are a nod to Clara, whose magical and gentle presence often seemed to float above the concerns of the physical world, much like these light pastries.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
In a saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil.
Add flour, stirring until it forms a ball.
Remove from heat and beat in eggs one at a time.
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet.
Bake for 20 minutes until golden.
Whip cream with sugar and vanilla, fill cooled puffs.