Croquembouche Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (250ml) water
• 1/2 cup (125ml) unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup (125ml) heavy cream
• 1/4 cup (50g) white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (250ml) caramel sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large saucepan, bring water, butter, sugar, and salt to a boil. Then stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture forms a smooth ball. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, beat eggs in one at a time until the mixture is shiny and smooth.
4. Spoon the mixture into a pastry bag fitted with a 1/2-inch (1cm) round tip. Then pipe mounds of the mixture onto a baking sheet, spacing them 1 inch (2.5cm) apart. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown, cool completely.
5. In a large bowl, beat heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
6. To assemble, dip the top of each puff in the caramel sauce and arrange them in a cone shape. Then drizzle caramel sauce over the top and serve.

Verdict:

This Croquembouche recipe is a classic French dessert that looks stunning and tastes delicious. The pastry is light and crisp, the filling is creamy, and the caramel sauce adds a sweet and rich flavor that everyone loves.

Serving Suggestions:

Croquembouche is perfect for special occasions, such as weddings, birthdays, or even Christmas. It’s a showstopper dessert that will impress your guests. Serve it as a centerpiece dessert, or as a sweet treat to enjoy with coffee or champagne.