Description
Indulge in the classic French delight of choux à la crème vanille, a dessert that effortlessly combines lightness and creaminess. Perfect for any occasion, these delicate pastries are filled with a rich homemade vanilla pastry cream that will leave your guests craving more. With their airy texture and elegant presentation, they make an impressive addition to birthdays, celebrations, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy at home. Easy to prepare, this recipe is suitable for all skill levels, ensuring everyone can experience the joy of creating these delectable choux.
Ingredients
- 125 ml water
- 50 g butter
- 75 g flour
- 2 eggs
- A pinch of salt
- 500 ml milk
- 4 egg yolks
- 100 g sugar
- 40 g cornstarch
- 1 vanilla bean
Instructions
- Prepare the choux pastry: In a saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Remove from heat, add flour and salt, and mix until smooth. Return to heat for 1-2 minutes. Incorporate eggs one at a time.
- Bake the choux: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Pipe small mounds onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 25 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Make the vanilla pastry cream: Heat milk with split vanilla bean. Whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale; add cornstarch. Combine with hot milk and cook on low until thickened.
- Fill the choux: Once cooled, pierce each chou and fill with vanilla pastry cream using a piping bag.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Avoid opening the oven door while baking to prevent collapse. Experiment with different flavors in the pastry cream, such as chocolate or coffee.