Choux pastry is a pillar of the pastry world. Made out of a few pantry staples, this humble dough is the foundation of many sensational desserts. While you’ve surely seen it adorning bakery pastry ...

Whether you realize it or not, choux pastry (or pâte à choux) is the foundation for so many delicious desserts like eclairs and cream puffs. Yes, it is a major part of the French pastry arts—which ...

Cocktail weenies are a necessity for a proper Super Bowl, whether you’re alone or hosting 20 exuberant guests. Wrapping Lit’l Smokies in blankets of pastry is a traditional move, but for those who ...

Hand beating with a whip or portable mixer produces the lightest and puffiest pastry. A food processor is not recommended. Bring the water to a boil in the 2-quart pan, with the butter and seasoning.

The best European desserts transport you to a trip abroad with every bite. Delicate layers, bold flavors, and stunning presentation make them hard to forget. These recipes bring that same pastry shop ...

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. It’s February and so many changes are being made already. Yet, I’m staying true to my plan to try new ...

Pastry chefs are culinary scientists. Take chocolate soufflé, for example. It's a deceivingly simple dessert made with ingredients every baker should have on hand, like flour, milk, and eggs. At the ...