Pate A Choux Swans
Pate a choux, the dough used to make these swans, is the same dough used to make eclairs and cream puffs.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe for experienced cooks (high difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Pate A Choux Swans
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
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In a saucepan, bring the water and butter to a boil.
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Add the flour all at once and stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball.
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Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
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Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.
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Pipe the dough onto a baking sheet in the shape of swans.
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Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for another 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
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In a mixing bowl, whip the cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
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Cut the top off each swan and fill with the whipped cream.
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Replace the tops and drizzle with chocolate ganache.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
