Choux Pastry- for Profiteroles, Cream Puffs or Eclairs

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Choux Pastry Recipe for Profiteroles, Cream Puffs or Eclairs

Choux Pastry- for Profiteroles, Cream Puffs or Eclairs

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/4 cup butter
	1 1/4 cups water
	1 cup flour , sifted
	3 eggs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

154

Sugar

Fat

10g

Choux pastry is a classic French pastry that can be used to make a variety of desserts like profiteroles, cream puffs, or eclairs. It has a light, airy texture that pairs well with different flavors of cream. Profiteroles are often filled with whipped cream, custard, or ice cream and are commonly served with chocolate sauce. Cream puffs, on the other hand, are filled with a pastry cream and dusted with powdered sugar. Eclairs are filled with chocolate or vanilla-flavored cream and topped with icing. The versatility of choux pastry makes it a great option for any occasion whether it be a birthday party or a fancy dinner.

Instructions

1.	Pre-heat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2.	Combine butter and water in a medium-sized saucepan and heat on medium-high heat.
3.	Once the butter is melted, add the sifted flour and stir until the mixture forms a smooth ball.
4.	Remove the pan from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
5.	Add eggs one at a time, beating well with each addition, until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
6.	Transfer the mixture to a piping bag and pipe onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7.	Bake for 10 minutes and then reduce the temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for another 20-30 minutes until golden brown.
8.	Once done, let it cool completely before filling with cream.

PROS

Choux pastry is easy to make and can be used for a variety of desserts.

It can be filled with different flavors of cream for added variety.

CONS

Choux pastry is high in calories and should be consumed in moderation.

The process of making choux pastry requires patience and attention to detail to achieve the perfect consistency.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Choux pastry contains calcium, iron, and phosphorus which are essential for healthy bone development.
It also contains vitamin B-6 which helps maintain healthy brain function.