Abra Berens

Choux/Cream Puff Dough

Preparation info
  • Makes

    4 to 12

    cream puffs, depending on the size
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Pulp: A Practical Guide to Cooking with Fruit
Pulp

By Abra Berens

Published 2023

  • About

Choux dough is a technique worth mastering because of its versatility. This dough is the basis for cream puffs, French profiteroles, gougères, eclairs, churros, Paris-Brest torte, and a form of gnocchi.

Ingredients

  • 8 Tbsp (4 oz [120 g]) butter
  • ½

Method

Preheat the oven to 375°F [190°C]. Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.

In a medium saucepan, bring the butter, salt, and 1 cup [