Choux pastry
Choux pastry, or pâte à choux (French: [pɑt a ʃu]), is a delicate pastry dough used in many pastries. The essential ingredients are butter, water, flour and eggs.
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| Alternative names | Pâte à choux |
|---|---|
| Type | Pastry |
| Place of origin | France, Germany, England |
| Main ingredients | Butter, flour, eggs, water |
Instead of a raising agent, choux pastry employs its high moisture content to create steam, as the water in the dough evaporates when baked, puffing the pastry. The pastry is used in many European cuisines, including French and Spanish, and is the basis of many desserts, including profiteroles, éclairs and churros.
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