Choux Pastries with Craquelin, Cream and Cherry Jam
I present a recipe for very beautiful and delicious desserts. The crispy sandy crust — craquelin — not only decorates the pastries but also complements their taste. Choux with such an element look festive. If desired, you can change the color of the craquelin or choose any other filling.
- Total cooking time
- not set
- Number of servings
- 30
- Recipe difficulty
- 4 / 5
Ingredients
for 30 servings
- water 250 ml
- butter 100 g
- eggs 4
- 1/2 tsp salt
- flour 180 g
- butter 100 g
- sugar 100 g
- flour 100 g
- food coloring
- cream cheese 150 g
- butter 50 g
- powdered sugar 70 g
- thick jam or fruit preserve
Instructions
Preparing the craquelin
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Combine the flour and sugar.
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Add food coloring (I used 5 drops).
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Mix together.
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Add the pre-cut butter.
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Mix together.
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Roll into a ball.
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Roll the ball into a flat disc on parchment paper.
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Cover with a second sheet of parchment paper.
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Roll out to a thickness of approximately 2 mm.
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Remove the top layer of paper.
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Cut out circles about 5 cm in diameter. The scraps can be rerolled to cut more circles. Place the pieces in the freezer (they can stay on the paper) while the dough is being prepared.
Preparing the choux pastry
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Bring the water to a boil.
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Add salt and butter.
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Bring to a boil again.
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Stir the flour into the boiling liquid.
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Mix thoroughly. Cook for 2 minutes.
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Let the mixture cool slightly.
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Add one egg.
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Mix.
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Add the second one.
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Mix.
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Repeat the procedure with all eggs.
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Transfer the mixture into a pastry bag.
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Pipe the dough into circles about 3 cm in diameter.
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Place a frozen craquelin circle on top of each piece and press lightly. Place them in an oven preheated to 180 degrees. Bake for 30–35 minutes without opening the oven door.
Cream Preparation
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Combine the powdered sugar, butter and cheese.
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Beat until smooth.
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Slice off the tops of the finished choux puffs.
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Place about 1 tsp. of jam inside.
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Add the cream.
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Cover the top with the cut-off lid.