Croquembouche Recipe
"Croquembouche is a traditional French wedding cake, made up of a tower of cream-filled, caramel-dipped profiteroles. The traditional croquembouche recipe is made with vanilla pastry cream and decorated with sugared almonds. Modern croquembouches are made with creative pastry cream flavors and decorated with flowers, sugar art, and even melted chocolate. Cook’s note:Keep a bowl of ice water nearby when working with the caramel. If a burn occurs, dip the effected skin into the cold water and hold it there for several seconds to stop the burn. If in doubt, seek professional medical help...."
INGREDIENTS
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Vanilla Pastry Cream:
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1 ¼ cups whole milk
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3 egg yolks
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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Choux:
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1 cup butter
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2 cups water
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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8 eggs
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Caramel:
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2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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2/3 cup water
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