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Espresso Crème Croquembouche: A Decadent French Dessert with a Coffee Twist

The Croquembouche is a classic French dessert, famous for its stunning tower of delicate cream puffs held together with caramel. By infusing it with espresso, you elevate this traditional masterpiece into a sophisticated dessert perfect for celebrations or a gourmet coffee-inspired treat. This article will guide you step by step through making an Espresso Crème Croquembouche.

Ingredients

For the Choux Pastry (Cream Puffs)

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 large eggs

For the Espresso Pastry Cream

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 4 large egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder

For the Caramel

• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup water

Optional Decorations

• Chocolate drizzle
• Edible gold leaf
• Coffee beans

Step 1: Prepare the Choux Pastry

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Boil Water and Butter: In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt. Heat until the butter melts and the mixture boils.
3. Add Flour: Remove from heat and stir in flour all at once. Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
4. Incorporate Eggs: Let the dough cool for 5 minutes. Then, add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly until smooth and glossy.
5. Pipe the Puffs: Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe small mounds (about 1.5 inches) onto the baking sheet.
6. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed. Avoid opening the oven early to prevent collapsing. Let cool completely.

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