This classic choux pastry cake is a delightful combination of light, airy pastry, rich buttercream, and creamy filling, topped with flaked almonds for a perfect crunch. It’s an elegant dessert that’s surprisingly simple to prepare and ideal for special occasions or as a sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
2 eggs
3/4 cup sugar (150 grams)
1 teaspoon vanilla sugar
For the Cream:
A pinch of salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup flour (120 grams)
1/2 cup water (100 ml)
1/2 cup milk (100 ml)
1/3 cup butter (80 grams)
For the Choux Pastry
3-4 eggs (depending on size)
Flaked almonds (for topping)
For the Buttercream:
2/3 cup butter at room temperature (140 grams)
Prepared pudding from the cream filling (at room temperature)
Directions
