Description
A classic French pastry dough that forms the base for a variety of sweet and savory treats, known for its light and airy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the water, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Add the flour all at once, stirring vigorously until the mixture forms a ball.
- Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until a smooth dough forms.
- Use immediately or store for later use.
Notes
Make sure to use eggs at room temperature for better incorporation into the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Pastry
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pate a choux, pastry dough, French cooking, éclairs, profiteroles