Pastry cream is a smooth, vanilla-flavored basic cream used to fill many pastries, such as éclairs, tarts, and choux. It is one of the fundamental preparations to know.
With a little method, this recipe is easy to master. The quantities and detailed steps are provided in the recipe card on this page.
To fill your éclairs and choux neatly, it all comes down to piping: a good piping bag paired with the right piping tips gives clean, even finishes.
- Preparation
- 15 minutes
- Cooking
- 10 minutes
- Servings
- Serves 6
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