
💡 Choux pastry: an essential basic recipe, easy and perfect for delighting young and old alike 🤩
1. Preheating the oven
Preheat the oven to 180°C (gas mark 6).
2. Preparing the Base
In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil with the butter and a pinch of salt.
3. Adding the Flour
Remove from heat and add the flour all at once. Mix vigorously until you get a smooth dough.
4. Drying the Dough
Return the pan to low heat and stir for 1 to 2 minutes to dry out the dough.
5. Incorporating the Eggs
Off the heat, incorporate the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
6. Shaping the Choux
Using a piping bag, form small choux buns on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.
7. Baking
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the puffs are golden brown and well risen.