Cream Puffs (In-depth Guide to Pate a Choux and Pastry Cream)

Cream Puffs (In-depth Guide to Pate a Choux and Pastry Cream)
00:00 Intro
01:00 Pastry Cream
05:45 Pate a Choux: making the dough
12:36 Pate a Choux: piping
15:09 Pate a Choux: baking
17:07 Pate a Choux: drying out the inside of the puffs
18:23 Diplomat Cream
20:23 Filling the Puffs
21:31 Chocolate Glaze
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This is the most meticulously spelled-out recipe video I've ever seen. In a good way!

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Yeah this is fantastic. I tried making some from somebody else's recipe and it failed because they didn't explain properly what I was aiming for. I understand now! Will try later today.

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@@mario9133 both are applicable, though flawless probably is the better word.

[@Geekonut]

My boyfriend had requested cream puffs for his birthday and I found this recipe as I had not attempted to make this before. I followed the recipe carefully and it came out to be the most delicious cream puffs ever! My boyfriend loved it and so did all the guests at the party! Thank you!

[@bbrown8353]

I have made cream puffs and eclairs many times over the years and they were good. After watching this I need to try again! I was taught to make the choux quickly - mix the flour as fast as you can and add the eggs - one at a time beating quickly while the choux was still hot and in the pot. I never cooked the choux past where it came together. And never have I seen instructions calling for bread flour, but again it makes total sense. This is why mine came out of the oven crisp but were soggy if they sat for more than an hour after filling! Thank you so much for all of the explanations that went along with the techniques - I love knowing WHY - and it helps me to remember and transfer the knowledge to other recipes.

[@helenrennie]

What I show in the video is quite standard for high end bakeries. I don't know why recipes written for home cooks do it differently. My guess is that they don't want to make you buy another flour or spend extra time cooking panade.

[@m.a.franklin3763]

i was the same way ive been making them for over 40 yrs and yes they were good but after seeing this i MUST get in the kitchen to make them this way thanks for the great info !!

[@russell2449]

Mine too! Always wondered why mine would come out nice and crisp but the go soft soon after (even when cooked till almost dark brown ;?). I definitely will try this the next time!

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This is the best instruction of making Cream Puffs on the internet !!! This recipe and her techniques and tips are absolutely crystal clear.

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[@melissaf00]

After many failed attempts at making the dough, i came across this lady's recipe and decided to give it a try. It turned out perfect! To prevent your shells from deflating you must follow every instruction in her video. I turned off the oven and let them cool with the door ajar for 15 minutes before taking them out. Happy baking everyone :)

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First time making them, and they turned out wonderfully. Her explanations are amazing. If you follow carefully and do exactly as she says, they’re bound to turn out well. I even baked them with the tray upside down as she said.

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This recipe absolutely the best one for beginners! Millions of thanks! ❤

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Amazing video - I always LOVE when the recipe includes little tips and tricks for what to look for, and most importantly, WHY to look for them. At the end of the day baking is chemistry, so knowing a little bit about the materials you're working with makes success more achievable than just blindly following a recipe!

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Full Boil Milk: 7:13 Sizzling: 8:10 After cooking dough: 9:37 Dough Egg V-shape: 12:21

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Thank you so much for this video. I always love baking tutorials that include the chemistry behind each important step. I hope to recreate it in time for Father's day hehe

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Thank you for the great lesson. I’ve had the same relationship with eclairs-some are great, but most are a puny disappointment! Your explanation of ‘rookie’ mistakes is so helpful. I am an experienced baker, but I have been making rookie mistakes because other recipes do not give specific helpful instructions that you do. I’m excited to give your cream puff recipe a go! You’re a great teacher. Thank you for sharing!

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@Ted Martinez same story with me, I was getting such inconsistent results. I finally mastered them to the point of absolute perfection, but I did bake then every two days for over a week to get to that point 😂

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Dear Helen, An excellent video that thoroughly explains what needs to be done to make some delicious cream puffs. I love the detail. Thank you!

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You are the best teacher! So many people leave out so much in instructions because they assume we know this or that. You don't leave out the things you take for granted. You remember every difficulty you had and teach us what not to do. That's the way a teacher should be. Well done!

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[@XsomeoneXelseX]

Just made these and I'm waiting for them to cool enough to move on to the drying stage. They're so wonderful and I had no issues following the recipe at all. Can't wait to taste them

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I love these big size puffs, but I love this woman much more. What a pleasure to watch her videos.

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This is my go to whenever I make cream puffs. The tips she shows really makes a big difference compared to other recipes I have tried.

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I just made your version of the choux paste and it came out so well. Actually, the whole recipe was wonderful and it tastes marvelous! Thanks so much for sharing your recipes with us.

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Wow, so comprehensive! I learned so much for having to make my first eclairs this week. I loved the way you presented too - so calm which makes me feel like I can really accomplish this! thank you

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This is the third time I’ve tried to make pate à choux and it finally worked thanks to your clear instructions. Thank you so much!! 😊

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[@lorenliatris4867]

I'm so impressed, this addresses everything I've been doing wrong. Just simple tips like how to stir the dough in the pan - and walking us through why you do it (to remove excess moisture) helps me understand the pastry so much more! Thank you!

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Cream Puffs are going to be on the Lord’s banquet table.

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What an incredible, comprehensive guide. Thank you very much for sharing.

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Thank you! The tip to keep cooking the cream is just what I needed.

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I literally have an assessment on Eclairs next week in culinary next week, your explanations are brilliant. Thank you so much :)

[@helenrennie]

I have an updated eclair video coming out soon in a month or so. Here are some tips. Let the dough rest at least 1 hour in the piping bag before piping (way less cracking that way). Use ateco 867 to pipe. Bake at 350F without convection for 45-50 min. With convection the top crisps up too fast and they crack on the sides. and only back one sheet at a time.

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Thanks Helen! This is a master class on cream puffs.

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This is the best guide I've seen for making choux

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This is fantastic! This does a more thorough job set of explaining the aspects of the technique that matter than an entire semester class in pastry. Excellent material, thank you for sharing!

[@jayspell179]

This is one of the most in-depth instructional videos about cream puffs I've ever watched. I love the logic presented about this eggy variation of the recipe. The results are lovely, and the technique is impeccable. I applaud your attention to such details. You truly nailed every common stumbling block in developing good technique with the creation of cream puffs. You're an amazing presenter.

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I loved how you explained why you took certain steps. I learned a lot here.

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You are wonnnderful. Appreciate the clear specific directions at every step..et enfin, je pourrais réussir ces bijoux. Merci! Spasiba!

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Thank you so much for your wealth of knowledge I now feel confident enough to make a batch of cream puffs ..I used to watch my mom make cream puffs as a little girl but she is in heaven now and with your recipe and tips I can’t wait to start baking ❤️

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I love your channel, Helen. I want to attempt this Cream Puff recipe - when I get the courage to make it I will tell you how it turns out (none of your recepies have failed me). 👍😊

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I made these for our Ladies Tea and there were none left! Your hints and cautions were spot on. That cream was AMAZING! Thank you for such an indepth tutorial.

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This video is so well done. I have never made these & followed these instructions very carefully & had success on my first try! On my own with only a written recipe it would have been impossible. Thank you Helen for this video, these were absolutely delicious, our family & neighbors loved them.

[@goosesmommy6626]

This was SO helpful. Especially the pastry cream .... I now know how to judge when it is actually cooked enough. I’ve made every rookie mistake with pastry cream. Thank you!

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Probably the best teaching method I have ever come across, every part of the recipe is explained in every fine detail for everyone to understand professionals as well as amateurs.

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You are.....amazing, This is the most detailed tutorial on not only pate choux but pastry cream and even the ganache at the end (corn syrup? Who would know?) than I have ever seen. I love watching experts.

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Thank you, thank you, thank you. Your method and teaching this Choux is wonderful. Made it twice already and it comes out perfect each time. Thank you.

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Guys, look no further, this recipe is a keeper!...thankyou so much @Helen Rennie. And thankyou for telling us that butter sometimes oozes out whilst dough is cooking, I was worried for awhile there, but once it cooled & the eggs were added, it all came together. I used all purpose flour, as I didn't have bread flour, the dough admittedly was a bit soft, so I cooked it for 6 minutes rather than 5, It took 45 mins @ 180C , then I switched off the oven & left it there for a further 5 minutes... It's a great recipe, easy if you follow it exactly & weigh your ingredients before adding.

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Thank you for the invaluable tips. I don't see how anyone can go wrong with such good instructions. Keeping this recipe.

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Thank you Helen, very clear instructions!!!

[@georgiannemessina4762]

I made the pastry cream last evening. I will be making the diplomat cream now and ganache now. I made the puffs this morning. Made some errors, so the aesthetic is not as nice, but these are just for our home, not for anyone else. He who complains doesn't get one! As a note, if you are using a convection oven, you will not have to bake them the full 25 minutes. Piping is an art, that's for sure. Time for me to put everything together.

[@helenrennie]

Great job! Don't worry about the piping mistakes. they are not crooked. they are rustic :)

[@georgiannemessina4762]

@@helenrennie The diplomat cream is absolutely delicious. So much lighter than custard used in bakery stores around here. Thank you so much for posting this video. It was very helpful.

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Oh my goodness I can't wait to make your version of pate choux! This is the best tutorial on these I have ever seen! I have made them before and they turned out pretty good for the most part but I might be able to perfect them with this method. I love baking and I love a challenge in the kitchen. I bet you can make an awesome macaron too! Thanks for the informative video.🤗

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I've watched umpteen videos on how to make the perfect cream puffs and followed 2-3, only to regret doing that. This video beats every one of them on the web with the detailed and great explanation of each step and each mistake. Wonderful job. Thank you bunches.

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My boyfriend and I made these yesterday and we followed your recipe exactly. These came out amazing!! I couldn't believe it. Thank you SO much for these delicious puffs. I'm off to explore your other videos!

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Of all the explanations and guides to make choux pastry this has been the best explanation of all !!, and believe me, I had to do this choux pastry twice this weekend for a Paris Brest!!. Thank you very much! ☺👍

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Wonderful tutorial! Now I understand where I've gone wrong in the past and I'm inspired to make cream puffs again - thank you!

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Wow. Someone who actually explains why something happens. Brilliant. Thank you.

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I just came across you page. As soon as I started watching this video I knew I had to subscribe. I love how you explained in such extensive detail. Making choux is always hit and miss for me. I am looking forward to following you recite and having a go at emailing choux again

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This was exceptional. Haven't made these for decades, but wanted a good tutorial and if I was there I would go to one of your classes. This really is good. Cant wait to get started...thank you.

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I made this and followed the recipe exactly and it turned out beautifully. I added craquelin to have a more uniform look and I am so very happy with the results!

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Most beautifully taught how to make cream puffs. Gives me confidence to try this recipe. Thank you for such a great tutorial .

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[@monahasan1990]

Made the whole recipe. Tasted absolutely amazing and remained crisp for many hours :) I used AP flour but made sure to dry the dough very well

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That video was great! The best tutorial I have seen on Pate a Choux so far on youtube.

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Thank you so much! This recipe actually worked! I had all the mistakes you mentioned, so helpful!

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This video is absolutely amazing! Her instructions are spot on and the pate choux came out absolutely perfect. Thank you so very much!

[@helenrennie]

so glad your pate a choux came out well :)

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The best cream puff demo ever😍 thank you for teaching us. Doesn't look intimidating at all with your video.