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Quick and Delightful French Cake Recipe

Ingredients

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For the Pastry Cream:
  • 2 eggs
  • 120 grams (4 oz) sugar
  • 15 grams (0.5 oz) vanilla sugar
  • 500 ml (17 oz) milk
  • 60 grams (2 oz) cornstarch
For the Choux Pastry:
  • 100 ml water
  • 100 ml milk
  • 80 grams butter
  • 120 grams flour
  • 4 eggs (add one at a time, you may not need all)
  • 30 grams (1 oz) laminated almonds
For the Mascarpone Cream:
  • 250 grams (8.8 oz) mascarpone cream cheese
  • Powdered sugar for decorating

Instructions

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1. Prepare the Pastry Cream:

  • In a saucepan, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla sugar until well combined.
  • Add the cornstarch and mix thoroughly.
  • Gradually stream in the milk, continuously whisking to ensure a smooth mixture without lumps.
  • Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and begins to boil.
  • Remove from heat and let it cool, covering the surface with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming.

2. Make the Choux Pastry:

  • Set the oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the water, milk, and butter. Bring to a boil.
  • When the mixture reaches a boil, quickly add the flour in one go, stirring forcefully until it forms a ball and detaches from the sides of the pan.
  • Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  • Incorporate the eggs individually, beating thoroughly after each one until the dough becomes smooth and glossy.
  • Spoon the dough into a piping bag and pipe small heaps onto the lined baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with laminated almonds.
  • Cook in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until they are puffed up and a rich golden brown. Let cool completely.

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