Imagine stepping into a universe where pastries float like stars, and each bite bursts with a flavor that’s out of this world. This recipe for Cosmic Choux Pastry combines the classic French technique of choux pastry with a modern twist, featuring a galactic cream filling that will dazzle your taste buds and your guests. The secret lies in the use of a siphon to create an ultra-light, airy cream that mimics the textures and colors of the cosmos.

Ingredients

For the Choux Pastry:

  • 1 cup (240ml) water
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs

For the Galactic Cream Filling:

  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon edible glitter (optional)
  • 2 drops of blue food coloring
  • 2 drops of purple food coloring
  • 1 siphon (whipped cream dispenser)
  • 1 N2O charger

Instructions

Prepare the choux pastry by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, butter, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, remove from heat and quickly add the flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan. This step is crucial for developing the right texture.

Let the dough cool for about 5 minutes. Then, add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated. The dough should be smooth and glossy.

Transfer the choux pastry into a piping bag fitted with a large round tip. Pipe small mounds (about the size of a golf ball) onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them as they will expand while baking.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown. Avoid opening the oven door during baking, as this may cause the pastries to collapse. Once done, remove from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.

While the choux pastries cool, prepare the Galactic Cream Filling. In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the siphon. Add the edible glitter, blue, and purple food coloring. Seal the siphon, and charge it with one N2O charger according to the device’s instructions. Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds.

To fill the choux pastries, use a small knife to create a hole in the bottom of each pastry. Insert the nozzle of the siphon into the hole and gently squeeze to fill each pastry with the galactic cream until you see it slightly puff up.

For the finishing touch, dust the filled choux pastries with additional edible glitter or a light sprinkle of powdered sugar to give them a twinkling effect that resembles the night sky.

Serve your Cosmic Choux Pastry on a starry platter, and watch as your guests marvel at both the aesthetics and the heavenly flavors. Enjoy this delightful journey through the cosmos, one bite at a time!